Saturday, November 10, 2018 by: Tracey Watson Tags: antioxidants, cancer, cholesterol, curcumin, depression, digestion, free radical damage, goodhealth, heart disease, lung conditions, natural cures, natural remedies, prevention, recipes, superfood, turmeric, turmeric tea (Natural News) Turmeric, a flowering plant from the ginger family, has been recognized for its medicinal value for thousands of years and is a staple part of both ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. In more recent years, scientific studies have established its place in modern western medicine, too. The secret to turmeric’s amazing health benefits is a phenolic compound known as curcumin. This compound – which is also responsible for turmeric’s bright yellow color – has amazing anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antioxidant properties. Studies have found that it relieves pain, reduces blood clots and detoxifies the body. Its ability to regulate enzymes and cytokines that cause … [Read more...] about Turmeric tea can improve your health in at least six ways
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Make time for a cuppa… of a health-boosting herbal tea
0 Comments Make time for a cuppa... of a health-boosting herbal tea BelfastTelegraph.co.uk People in Northern Ireland have long been known for their love of a good cup of tea, and the trend doesn't seem to be waning anytime soon - according to the Tea and Infusions Organisation, across the UK we currently drink around 60 billion cups per year. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/health/make-time-for-a-cuppa-of-a-healthboosting-herbal-tea-37023882.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/article37023875.ece/5003b/AUTOCROP/h342/2018-06-19_lif_41841561_I2.JPG Email People in Northern Ireland have long been known for their love of a good cup of tea, and the trend doesn't seem to be waning anytime soon - according to the Tea and Infusions Organisation, across the UK we currently drink around 60 billion cups per year. Builders brew firmly remains our favourite tipple, but herbal teas have been enjoying something of a revival in recent years, thanks to a growing … [Read more...] about Make time for a cuppa… of a health-boosting herbal tea
Curcumin + Piperine: Benefits of Combining Black Pepper and Turmeric
iStock: CalypsoArtThe bright yellow spice called turmeric and its main active compound curcumin offer countless potential benefits, but there is one problem. There is very little bioavailability. In other words, your body can only absorb a very small amount after consuming it.The solution could be this: just combine black pepper and turmeric. Like turmeric, black pepper is an aromatic spice with lots of benefits, thanks to its major bioactive element piperine. And curcumin plus piperine may mean even greater benefits for your health than turmeric alone.Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is arguably the most powerful medicinal herb in the world at fighting disease, and it is backed by more than 10,000 peer-reviewed studies. However, it is the ancient principles of Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that have led modern science to document the benefits of herbs and spices such as turmeric.In Ayurveda and TCM, turmeric is a warming spice that first cools and dries the body in the short … [Read more...] about Curcumin + Piperine: Benefits of Combining Black Pepper and Turmeric
A cup of tea can be the best solution for everyday wellness
Published 6:01 am, Friday, November 24, 2017 Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 A cup of tea can be the best solution for everyday wellness 1 / 1 Back to Gallery (BPT) - Before medicine and pharmaceuticals filled our remedy box, food and food ingredients were considered healing agents. Hippocrates was wise in his understanding of the special powers of food, beyond satisfying our appetites: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” There are many cultures that rely on herbal remedies and natural foods for everything from soothing an upset stomach to lifting our spirits when we’re down, to calming jittery nerves and even fending off colds and flu. Many of the best cosmetics tout ingredients to smooth skin, prevent aging, block the sun, reduce inflammation and minimize puffiness. There are four common herbs that have been used by many cultures and that are found in many of our kitchens. 1) Turmeric is a … [Read more...] about A cup of tea can be the best solution for everyday wellness
How to grow, dry and grind your own turmeric powder from fresh roots
Wednesday, April 04, 2018 by: Edsel Cook Tags: drying turmeric, grinding turmeric, growing turmeric, Herbs, indoor garden, indoor gardening, natural medicine, turmeric, turmeric powder (Natural News) Like any other superfood, turmeric powder is most effective when it’s freshly-grown and prepared by hand at home. A Rockin W Homestead article advised how to grow, dry, and grind your own powder for any curries, protein shakes, or tea you plan to make. Turmeric is very easy to grow indoors. All you need is a big rhizome that you can get at the nearest health store or grocery and several pots with rich organic soil. Take that rhizome and break it into smaller pieces that have two or three buds on them. Plant each smaller root about two inches deep into the soil with the buds pointing upwards. The soil in each pot must be kept slightly moist but not soggy. Water your crops every couple of days, with longer intervals if you live in a cool area, and make sure the soil drains … [Read more...] about How to grow, dry and grind your own turmeric powder from fresh roots