Is curry powder good for you?

Answer 1

To Traditional Ayurvedics, Turmeric is seen as an excellent natural antibiotic, while at the same time it strengthens digestion and helps improve intestinal flora. As such it is a good anti-bacterial for those chronically weak or ill. It's not only purifies the blood, but also warms it and stimulates formation of new blood tissue. Turmeric gives the energy of the divine mother and grants prosperity. It is effective for cleansing the chakras (nadi-shodhana), purifying thechannels of the subtle body. It helps stretch the ligaments and is, therefore, good for the practice of hatha yoga. Turmeric promotes proper metabolism in the body, correcting both excesses and deficiencies. It aids in the digestion of protein. Externally, it can be used with honey for sprains, strains, bruise or itch. It is tonic to the skin, for which purpose it can be taken internally as a milk decoction. Turmeric is aromatic and a stimulant and has many helpful functions. It is bitter, slightly pungent and a good blood purifier, and works as a tonic to aid digestion and relieve congestion. It has a soothing action on respiratory ailments such as cough and asthma. It also is antiarthritic and acts as a natural anti-bacterial. Turmeric may be added to high-protein food to assist digestion and prevent the formation of gas. It is effectively used to maintain the flora of the large intestine.

In animal studies and in one human trial published in 1992, turmeric also showed promise in lowering cholesterol levels and fighting atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries that can lead to heart attack. Preliminary tests even indicate that curcumin can inhibit the replication of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. More research in this area is clearly needed before any specific recommendations can be made.

Today, turmeric is widely recommended for myriad diseases, from stomach ulcers and skin infections to eye conditions (such as chronic anterior uveitis). ... when it's applied as a paste, it may well eliminate scabies, an itchy skin condition caused by parasitic mites.

In laboratory and small animal studies, curcumin has been found to hinder the growth of errant cells associated with cancer of the breast, skin, and colon, as well as lymphoma. In a small but interesting 1992 clinical trial of 16 cigarette smokers, those taking 1.5 grams of turmeric a day for 30 days had a significantly lower level of mutagens (in the urine) than a control group consisting of six nonsmokers.

Answer 2

Yes, in fact, it is! I read a scientific study about a year or so ago in which it was determined that turmeric has properties which seem to prevent alzhiemer's disease. Curry powder has a pleasnt taste in my opinion, so I see no reason why I shouldn't sprinkle a bit into my food every now and then. Alzhiemer's is a nasty, ugly thing that I would not like to go through if I can help it, so its worth a try.

Answer 3

HOT curry powder could be, because the hot chemical in the red pepper (capzasin) is known to have positive effects on the heart.

There are diet aids that claim cinnamon/cassia are good for burning fat, but there's no scientific evidence to prove it.

And I don't think turmeric is good for anything except dying things yellow and being bitter.

Answer 4

Depends on the sauce, and how spicy you like it. I never use bought sauces as it's that easy to do a curry sauce yourself, and you get it how you like it. Tin of chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, lemon juice, and spices are all you need. I have fennel seed, coriander seed, cumin seed, mustard seed, ground cumin, cardamom pods ground coriander, turmeric, chilli flakes, chilli powder, paprika, saffron, curry leaves etc in my spice rack just ready for when I fancy a curry All you need to do is heat a frying pan, with no oil, add a mix of spices until they start to give off their aroma BUT NOT BURN (obviously you will need to experiment with this until you get it right - but once you do you can make up a large batch of spice mix to this stage and store it). Then add some oil to make a paste, add your meat/veg, fry off, add the tomatoes .... voila great curry every time, and much cheaper than buying a jar.

Answer 5

curry powder is used a lot in my family, since we re Indian, and a lot of my relatives have high blood pressure due to food. it could because of spicy food so dont get ccarried away

Answer 6

No but Cayenne Pepper is it's an herb called Capsicum

Answer 7

Yes. Good for your sinus passages.

Answer 8

Yes, if you don't have an ulcer or an allergy to it.

Answer 9

no
yes

Answer 10

no it makes the skin turn yellow