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Turmeric & Digestive Disorders

Common in Indian cooking, turmeric is a mild-tasting, bright yellow spice that also offers numerous medicinal uses, including treating many types of digestive disorders.

  1. How It Works

    • Turmeric reduces excess stomach acid and protects the lining of the stomach by stimulating mucus production.

    Digestive Health

    • Turmeric is used to treat upset stomachs, flatulence, ulcers and constipation.

    How to Use It

    • After a meal, make a turmeric dessert: add a teaspoon of ground turmeric to plain yogurt or warm milk. The spice can also be ingested as a supplement or in dishes such as curries, soups and salads.

    History

    • The spice, derived from the ginger family, has been used in medicine for thousands of years. The bold yellow color of turmeric has historically associated the spice with fertility and prosperity in many Eastern cultures.

    Other Medical Benefits

    • Recent studies indicate that turmeric may help in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, cancer and arthritis.

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