{"id":50609,"date":"2023-04-14T14:34:18","date_gmt":"2023-04-14T14:34:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=50609"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"11-benefits-of-turmeric","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/","title":{"rendered":"The Astonishing 11 Benefits of Turmeric on Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#The_11_Benefits_of_Turmeric\" >The 11 Benefits of Turmeric<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#What_Are_the_Health_Benefits_of_Turmeric\" >What Are the Health Benefits of Turmeric?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#The_Incredible_11_Benefits_of_Turmeric_for_Women_and_Men\" >The Incredible 11 Benefits of Turmeric for Women and Men<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#What_Are_the_Negative_Effects_of_Turmeric\" >What Are the Negative Effects of Turmeric?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#How_Often_Should_You_Take_Turmeric\" >How Often Should You Take Turmeric?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#What_Happens_When_You_Take_Turmeric_Every_Day\" >What Happens When You Take Turmeric Every Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#Do_Matcha_And_Turmeric_Go_Together\" >Do Matcha And Turmeric Go Together?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#Matcha_Latte_with_Turmeric_Recipe\" >Matcha Latte with Turmeric Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#What_organs_is_turmeric_good_for\" >What organs is turmeric good for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#Does_turmeric_improve_mental_health\" >Does turmeric improve mental health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#What_does_turmeric_do_to_the_brain\" >What does turmeric do to the brain?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-benefits-of-turmeric\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also called Indian saffron or the golden spice, turmeric has demonstrated beneficial health qualities. This plant grows in Central America and India and its root is bright yellow-orange.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many cultures have used processed turmeric throughout the years for flavor and anti-inflammatory properties and also as a dye.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People in modern times can digest turmeric in various forms: capsules, powders, teas, and extras. In addition, you can prepare delectable dishes with this spice and load your body with important nutrients.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is dedicated to the astonishing 11 benefits of turmeric on health, its probable side effects, and various ways to incorporate this plant into your diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_11_Benefits_of_Turmeric\"><\/span><b>The 11 Benefits of Turmeric<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the top 11 potential health benefits of turmeric:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-inflammatory properties<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain relief and management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better gut health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protection against respiratory viruses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better mental well-being<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved skin health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May help with sexual health and function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better aging<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of malignant tumors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight Loss<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Health_Benefits_of_Turmeric\"><\/span><b>What Are the Health Benefits of Turmeric?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless you\u2019ve looked into the benefits of taking turmeric before, you probably simply add it to food and drinks simply for the color or for its distinct earthy and peppery taste. However, to truly appreciate how good this spice is, we must learn a bit more about its benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67887\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"11 Benefits Of Turmeric\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Incredible_11_Benefits_of_Turmeric_for_Women_and_Men\"><\/span><b>The Incredible 11 Benefits of Turmeric for Women and Men<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some science-backed health benefits of this spice<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Anti-Inflammatory Properties<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This spice contains a compound known as curcumin that gives <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-turmeric-tea-facts-benefits-side-effects\/\">turmeric<\/a> its bright yellow color. Research on this compound suggests that it has both oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties. If you work out, adding this spice to your diet could also help with the recovery of your muscles, in addition to enhanced performance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5664031\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pain Relief and Management<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you often suffer from pain due to osteoarthritis, supplementing your diet with this spice may offer some relief. Studies over the years have suggested that the use of turmeric or curcumin extract can be an alternative for osteoarthritis pain relief, particularly for knee pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19678780\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7812094\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better Gut Health<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re constantly dealing with digestive and other gut issues that cause you pain and decrease your quality of life, adding this spice to your food or drinking it as a tea could offer some relief.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple studies have suggested that turmeric extract or curcumin may have beneficial effects for the treatment and management of several digestive issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15673996\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3882399\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2161831322008353\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9659538\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, turmeric alone isn\u2019t the answer to these problems. Researchers have suggested its use as a therapeutic option to be used alongside prescribed medication, particularly in cases of more severe gut illnesses. Always talk to your healthcare provider before adding any supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. Start using our app and you will <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see good results in a short time.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cardiovascular Protector<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Health Organisation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels continue to be the leading cause of death in the world, with around 17.9 million lives lost to these illnesses each year (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/health-topics\/cardiovascular-diseases#tab=tab_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, consuming turmeric can be a positive step to help you keep yourself and your loved ones from being just another number on this statistic. Studies have shown that this spice has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce oxidative stress, inflammation, and other markers that increase the risk of this disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32164244\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0753332220314074\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10460800\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Protect Against Common Viruses<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditionally, this spice was used to help treat and manage respiratory conditions, and for good reason. Studies have suggested that this spice may be beneficial for the prevention, treatment, and management of multiple respiratory conditions ranging from simple allergies to more acute and chronic conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17569221\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7590269\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34932258\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Help with Your Mental Well-Being<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last few years have been and continue to be hard on many and it\u2019s no surprise that a lot of people are dealing with distressing and worrisome thoughts. If you\u2019re feeling stressed or worried, adding turmeric to your diet may help with this issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This spice was used for centuries as an Ayurvedic medicine for mental well-being and research has suggested that turmeric\u2019s main active component, curcumin, may be used as an adjunct therapy option in the management and treatment of these conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7728608\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S2405457724001360\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that turmeric alone won\u2019t heal mental health conditions. Always speak to a doctor about mental health problems and take any prescribed medication they give to you, even while taking turmeric in your food\/teas.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Can Boost and Protect Your Skin Health<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the last decade, the world has started to understand the importance of taking care of skin health and people haven\u2019t stopped trying to learn all they can to preserve the health of their skin &#8211; not just on the face but the rest of the body too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While topical treatments are good, good skin health comes from within and this is where the benefits of turmeric on skin shine. Early research suggested that when consumed orally or applied topically, curcumin may have benefits for skin health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0944711309001640\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/ptr.5640\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6770633\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out this article to learn how <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/turmeric-and-cinnamon\/\"><b>turmeric and cinnamon<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may improve your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Help with Sexual Health and Function<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve ever wondered if there are any sexual turmeric benefits, the answer is maybe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of the possible benefits of turmeric for women, a study done on stressed female mice found that when these subjects were fed 100 mg\/kg turmeric extract daily for 4 weeks, their sexual hormones increased and their sexual function also improved (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0024320521005610\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As for the potential benefits of turmeric for men, the spice may also improve their sexual function. A 14-day study of lab rats found that when hypertensive rats were treated with a 4% supplementation of turmeric or ginger, their sperm motility and testosterone levels improved, which helped mediate their reproductive function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5598100\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, these studies were done on animals with very high doses of turmeric extracts, so the findings aren\u2019t directly applicable to humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-61195\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-Day-Diet-Meal-Plan-To-Reset-Your-Metabolism-1024x576.png\" alt=\"11 Benefits Of Turmeric\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-Day-Diet-Meal-Plan-To-Reset-Your-Metabolism.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-Day-Diet-Meal-Plan-To-Reset-Your-Metabolism-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-Day-Diet-Meal-Plan-To-Reset-Your-Metabolism.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-Day-Diet-Meal-Plan-To-Reset-Your-Metabolism-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Help with the Aging Process<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aging is a natural process that comes with some unwanted side effects such as age-related diseases. Luckily, research has suggested that curcumin in turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and it\u2019s a very strong antioxidant that may help mitigate some of this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They suggest that this compound may be beneficial for cognitive function, muscle strength, and delaying age-related diseases, all factors that can enhance the quality of life of aging individuals (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20205886\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11009219\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11357524\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Help Fight Against Malignant Tumors<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have suggested that curcumin may help fight against and possibly even kill malignant tumor cells, which could help with the protection against and treatment of illnesses caused by these malignant tumors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC2758121\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2022.1040259\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>May Help with Weight Loss<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple studies have suggested that supplementing your diet with turmeric may help you shed some weight. The studies show that increased curcumin intake may contribute to a significant reduction in BMI, weight, and waist circumference (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6582779\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8775659\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ajcn.nutrition.org\/article\/S0002-9165(23)46260-0\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, turmeric alone is unlikely to lead to weight loss without other dietary and lifestyle changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-green-tea-with-turmeric-benefits-side-effects\/\">Matcha Green Tea With Turmeric Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/em><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Negative_Effects_of_Turmeric\"><\/span><b>What Are the Negative Effects of Turmeric?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cumin-vs-turmeric\/\">Turmeric<\/a> and curcumin are generally safe and can be consumed by many people without any side effects. However, a small proportion of people have reported experiencing some mild effects such as headaches, upset stomach, and skin rashes after consuming this spice\/compound (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5664031\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only is a skin rash very rare, but even cases of upset stomach and headaches typically only occur when the people in question consume higher-than-normal doses of turmeric\/curcumin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5664031\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnant women are also advised not to consume too much of this spice &#8211; amounts more than those normally found in food &#8211; as it may be unsafe (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/turmeric\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Often_Should_You_Take_Turmeric\"><\/span><b>How Often Should You Take Turmeric?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no official recommendation for how often you should take this spice in a day. However, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Health Organisation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suggests that an acceptable daily intake of curcuminoids as a food additive is 0 to 3 mg per kg (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5388087\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average intake of turmeric in the Indian diet is said to be approximately 2 to 2.5 g for a 60 kg individual. This equates to a daily intake of approximately 60\u2013100 mg of the compound curcumin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5388087\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-61059\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/30-Day-Smoothie-Diet-Guide_-Boost-Your-Healthy-Eating-Efforts-With-This-Meal-Plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"11 Benefits Of Turmeric\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/30-Day-Smoothie-Diet-Guide_-Boost-Your-Healthy-Eating-Efforts-With-This-Meal-Plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/30-Day-Smoothie-Diet-Guide_-Boost-Your-Healthy-Eating-Efforts-With-This-Meal-Plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/30-Day-Smoothie-Diet-Guide_-Boost-Your-Healthy-Eating-Efforts-With-This-Meal-Plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/30-Day-Smoothie-Diet-Guide_-Boost-Your-Healthy-Eating-Efforts-With-This-Meal-Plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_When_You_Take_Turmeric_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>What Happens When You Take Turmeric Every Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen from the benefits section above, this spice has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may be beneficial for health in various ways, including slower aging, weight loss, better sexual function and mental well-being, improved pain relief and management, better skin health, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/jasmine-tea-benefits\/\">Jasmine Tea Benefits: Science Backed Reasons To Make This Your Favorite Drink<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Matcha_And_Turmeric_Go_Together\"><\/span><b>Do Matcha And Turmeric Go Together?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha green tea is a traditional Japanese green tea that is made from the whole ground-up leaves, stems, and veins of the plant Camellia sinensis. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/\">Matcha<\/a> and turmeric create a healthy mix of antioxidants and other bioactive compounds that may help reduce inflammation and have other health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Install the app and experience the versatility first-hand!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_Latte_with_Turmeric_Recipe\"><\/span><b>Matcha Latte with Turmeric Recipe<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever wanted to create a healthy and delectable mix at the same time? This spicy, nutritious energy booster can invigorate your day giving you enough energy for daily activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Ingredients:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2153 cup canned light coconut milk\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp ground turmeric<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00be cup water\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u215b tsp ground cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u215b tsp ground ginger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pinch ground black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pinch ground cardamom\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd \u2013 1 tbsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd \u2013 \u00be tsp matcha powder\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>2. Instructions:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whisk all ingredients except the matcha powder in a small saucepan and warm gently. Then whisk in the matcha with 15 ml hot water in a small bowl or mug until smooth. Next, pour the mixture into the saucepan and whisk again to combine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, you can mix all ingredients in a milk frother and turn on the warm setting to mix and heat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy the health booster immediately.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>3. Nutrition per serving:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"wpsm_comptable_shortcode_echo\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-435\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Calories<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Carbs<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Protein<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Fat<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t87\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t9.9g\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t0.1g\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5.3 (32)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66849\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-calorie-high-protein-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"11 Benefits Of Turmeric\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-calorie-high-protein-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-calorie-high-protein-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-calorie-high-protein-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-calorie-high-protein-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_organs_is_turmeric_good_for\"><\/span><strong>What organs is turmeric good for?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the benefits of turmeric section above, it can be seen that this spice may be beneficial for multiple organs in the body, from the skin to the brain, gut, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_turmeric_improve_mental_health\"><\/span><strong>Does turmeric improve mental health?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turmeric has been used for centuries for mental well-being and today, research suggests that it can be used as a complimentary option for mental health therapy. However, it doesn\u2019t replace any treatments or therapies prescribed by your healthcare provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_turmeric_do_to_the_brain\"><\/span><strong>What does turmeric do to the brain?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curcumin, the active compound in this spice, has been suggested to help improve the symptoms of anxiety and depression, which can improve mental well-being and mood.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=11_Benefits_Of_Turmeric\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve learned about the astonishing 11 benefits of turmeric on health. It appears that turmeric may be a good addition to your diet as it may fight inflammation, help with digestion, promote a healthier weight, improve the skin, and much more<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Also called Indian saffron or the golden spice, turmeric has demonstrated beneficial health qualities. 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