Have you heard about this powerful herb and antioxidant yet? Turmeric, also known as Curcuma Longa has been used as a staple in Middle Eastern and Asian cooking for a long time. It is the well known yellow tinged spice that gives most Indian curries their great colour.
Some studies suggest that the active ingredient in Turmeric, which is Curcumin, has significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This is due to the level of phytochemicals in the herb. It’s said that Curcumin works in a similar way to scavenge free radicals in the body, suposedly being more potent than the antioxidants found in Vitamin C. It is also thought that Curcumin can help offer relief from joint inflammaton by hindering prostaglandin production and reducing pain.
Another benefit to the herb is that it can play a role in aiding digestion; by reducing indigestion, bloating and treating gas. This multi-function spice can easily be added to many foods, mostly savoury, but can be used in sweet dishes. Here are some ways to include the spice in your daily diet:
– Add it to curry dishes for flavour
– Add to rice during cooking
– Saute with cauliflower or zucchini
– Use it to spice up hummus
– Use it to add a kick to salad dressings
– Sprinkle over scrambled eggs for breakfast
Let us know if you include it in your diet and which foods you add it too! Remember to spread the word from our posts and give us feedback for what you’d like us to include on our page.
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