How to Take Turmeric Curcumin

Turmeric curcumin is an herbaceous plant in the ginger family. It is used extensively in Indian Ayurvedic medicine, and is also a popular culinary spice. It is believed to possess numerous health benefits, including the ability to relieve digestive problems. It also has anti-inflammatory, anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties. Turmeric curcumin can be taken as a capsule, tincture, powder or even tea.

Things You'll Need

• Turmeric capsules
• Turmeric powder
• Turmeric tincture
• Powdered ginger
• Maple syrup (optional)
• Lemon juice (optional)

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Instructions

• 1

  Take turmeric cucumin in capsule form. Capsules can be purchased from local health food stores or some grocery stores. A typical dose is 250 to 500 mg two to three times per day.

• 2

  Add turmeric curcumin powder, found in your local grocery store or natural foods store, to your food. Use it in casseroles, soups, stir-fries, curries or anywhere else you could use some extra spice. Use approximately 1/8 tsp. per serving, although you can use more according to personal tastes.

• 3

  Take turmeric curcumin in tincture form. Tinctures can be purchased from local health food stores. A typical dose is 1/8 to 1/2 tsp. diluted in 1 cup of warm water, taken two to three times per day.

• 4

  Make a turmeric curcumin tea by adding ¼ tsp. each of turmeric powder and powdered ginger to 1 cup of boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep for 10 minutes, and then strain into a coffee mug. Add ½ tbsp. maple syrup and 1 tsp. lemon juice, if desired, and drink two to three cups per day, as needed.