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The benefits of curcumin
Oct
Curcumin is a natural compound found primarily in turmeric, a spice commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine. It has also been extensively studied for various health benefits. Here is a list of the benefits that have at least some science-based (clinical study) validation (either an A or B rating according to Examine.com).
- Inflammation (A rating)
- Depression symptoms (A rating)
- Osteoarthritis symptoms (A rating)
- Pain (A rating)
- Functionality in elderly or injured (B rating)
- Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms (B rating)
- Ulcerative colitis symptoms (B rating)
- Cortisol (B rating)
- Kidney function (B rating)
- Anxiety symptoms (B rating)
- Waist circumference (B rating)
- Blood pressure (B rating)
- BMI (B rating)
- Blood sugar (B rating)
- Triglycerides (B rating)
Make no mistake about it: Turmeric/curcumin is currently very popular at Caring Sunshine, but it is not just a fad. It actually has enormous scientific validation behind it. The list I just gave is not even the complete list, and there are many other potential benefits that are being discovered and studied.
You can always buy turmeric curcumin as a supplement, but if you want to get it through diet, you can. Indian foods tend to use a lot of turmeric (especially curries). If you do not enjoy Indian food, you can buy bulk turmeric powder and test it on meats, vegetables, and eggs. Also, turmeric is often found in chai teas and golden milk (a popular drink containing hot milk and turmeric).
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