What are the benefits of turmeric as a herbal medicine?

Answer 1

Turmeric is ubiquitous in ayurvedic cooking. It contains the flavanoid curcumin, which is known to have anti-inflammatory properties. This all-around wonder spice is said to help detoxify the liver, balance cholesterol levels, fight allergies, stimulate digestion, boost immunity and enhance the complexion. It is also an antioxidant. Ayurveda recognizes it as a heating spice, contributing bitter, pungent and astringent tastes.

Answer 2

What I haven't seen here yer is Turmeric's use on Boils and Folliculitis. Make a paste of the Turmeric with a healthy fat like Virgin Coconut Oil or Olive Oil, apply to boil and cover. Usually within an hour or two the boil will have drained. Then sprinkle some Turmeric on the wound that is left, along with some Manuka Honey and you would have complete healing very quickly. Turmeric is miraculous, plain and simple.

Answer 3

Warning: Turmeric should not be taken by those who have been diagnosed with gallstones or obstruction of the bile passages without explicit direction from a qualified practitioner.
The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which has been the subject of numerous animal studies—but as of yet, very few studies on people—demonstrating various medicinal properties. Curcumin has been shown, for example, to stimulate the production of bile and to facilitate the emptying of the gallbladder. It has also demonstrated in animals a protective effect on the liver, anti-tumor action, and ability to reduce inflammation and fight certain infections. check the source website for more

Turmeric has long been used in Unani, Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory, to treat digestive disorders and liver problems, and for the treatment of skin diseases and wound healing

For Healing Wounds
In animal studies, turmeric applied to wounds hastens the healing process
OTHER BENEFITS for
Digestive Disorders, Cancer, Prostate cancer, Liver Disease, Osteoarthritis, Atherosclerosis, Inflammatory activity,
Alleviate Cystic Fibrosis

http://www.divine-herbs.com/id25.html#TU-STUDIES

Answer 4

Turmeric is one of the best anti-inflammatory herbs because of it's curcumin content. Herbalists and naturopaths use it as an anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-arthritis, and anti-indigestion remedy.
Use with caution if you have gallstones. Do not take large doses if you are pregnant.

Answer 5

Very good for cuts and bruises and cold/cough/sore throat. Just press down a small quantity on a bleeding cut and see the bleeding stop immdly. Personally use it always ! For cough/cold/sore throat, mix half a teaspoon with a cup of milk and boil. Have it lukewarm for few days. You will see the difference.

Answer 6

Flu, coughs, and running noses, cuts and bruises, skin care
tumeric protects the stomach against tainted foods. According to University of Chicago scientists, curcumin inhibits a cancer-provoking bacteria (H. pylor) associated with gastric and colon cancer.

Answer 7

I once read in American book that turmeric has anti cancer properties.

Answer 8

It is a natural antiseptic agent. Source:www.sindor.com under Cofrem-5

Answer 9

Can help u cure skin probs...viz pimples,,scars,,rash n d best thing is tht it has no side effects...So go on.....

Answer 10

it acts as antibiotic also it imprve sour immunity