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Turmeric is very hard to miss in India, and is taking over the globe \u2013 the powerful root is an ancient superfood which is finally getting the popularity it deserves. In Sanskrit alone Turmeric has at least 53 different names, all describing a different characteristic or benefit of this extremely complex Golden Spice. Two of my favourite Sanskrit names for it are \u201cvishagni\u201d, killer of poison, and \u201chridayavilasini\u201d, giving delight to the heart.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main health benefits of turmeric can be credited to curcumin, the main component of turmeric, which is known to be one of nature\u2019s best anti-inflammatory substances. Not only can curcumin provide relief for many disorders and skin issues, but it is highly effective as a means of preventing disease and infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enumerating Turmeric\u2019s numerous benefits can easily take your breath away! Without going into too many scientific details, we can say this: Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory, it boosts skin health, whitens teeth, increases the antioxidant capacity of the body, improves brain functions and lowers risks of brain and heart disease. It is also said to help prevent (and perhaps even treat in some cases) cancer, Alzheimer, arthritis, depression, and age-related chronic diseases. So how do we get all those great health benefits?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have collected some simple ways to include turmeric in your daily diet. Remember that to get the most benefit out of turmeric, it is best taken with a little bit of black pepper! The piperine in black pepper will help the gut absorb the healthy curcumin.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directly from the Root<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Incorporating turmeric root into your foods is straightforward and easy. You can store the root in your freezer and grate it into many of your existing dishes. We recommend adding a little to an omelette, sprinkling it into your tea, or adding turmeric to soups. If you prefer salads, it goes very well in a dressing with tahini and lemon. Besides being healthy, it also gives a warm and comforting taste to your food. If you are not \u2013 like us \u2013 living in India already, check out the amazing Indian cuisine, as it often incorporates turmeric in its dahl, sambar, <\/em>and curries. Don\u2019t forget to combine it with black pepper!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric Supplements<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Is the taste of raw and powdered turmeric too much for you? There are vegetarian capsules from Aurospirul<\/a> containing 400mg of turmeric powder, along with a little pepper for better absorption. They can be taken daily for reducing inflammation throughout the body.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Turmeric Root<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric Smoothie<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For a shot of energy and well-being in the morning, make yourself a smoothie with the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n