Kunyit ( Turmeric )

Turmeric for health benefits 

Most alternative health experts know that turmeric has the benefit of anti - inflammatory , healing the cough / fever and sores . but still There are many health benefits of turmeric to the other , one of which is for the health of the stomach . The most attention of turmeric is curcumin compound , a substance that makes the yellow color of turmeric . Curcumin is an antioxidant compound and antiiflamasi strong , according to the observations of researchers , curcumin is also effective as an anticancer agent . 

Turmeric benefits for the stomach 

Turmeric has long been known to treat gastro -intestinal system of our body . Turmeric helps our stomach to keep the digestive acidity , which many otherwise be harmful. Here are some benefits of turmeric to the stomach and digestive system : 

Help with digestive problems 

Research studies have shown that turmeric helps release bile , which is believed to help the digestion of food . Turmeric is known to do this by stimulating the gallbladder to release bile . Bile plays an important role in digestion and absorption of fat in the fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine . The use of turmeric to overcome problems related to digestion has been approved by the German Research Commission , and also show the same thing . 

Preventing Gas Accumulation 

Turmeric soothes the digestive system by removing the top of the gas . Turmeric is also known to help increase intestinal absorption and promote intestinal flora . Colitis is a chronic gastrointestinal disease recurrence - kumatan , and it is difficult to make a full recovery . Colitis can cause abdominal pain , and marked by the presence of blood in the stool . Studies of turmeric to the abdomen performed to patients with ulcerative colitis , found that patients who were given turmeric have lower recurrence rate . 

Health hull 

The food we eat can potentially cause damage to the digestive system . Every day we eat foods that have corrosive properties , and can harm the stomach wall and intestines . Turmeric will help to mitigate this effect by increasing the mucus in the stomach wall to act as a protective layer . 

Overcome constipation problems 

Because of its properties on the digestion as described above , turmeric will help maintain digestive health . Turmeric also promotes peristaltic movements of the colon, so the food movement to be smooth . Thus we will be far from difficult bowel problems or constipation . Smooth defecation that is characterized by irregular hours kekamar small , will reduce the risk of hemorrhoids in the long term . 

Turmeric consuming way to maintain health 

Take a few pieces of fresh turmeric thumb that has been cleaned husk with scraped using a spoon . Grated turmeric , then add one glass a glass of boiled water , strain it through a clean cloth or fine sieve with a pressed - press . Before drinking , add 1 tablespoon of honey and lemon to taste. If there is no honey , you can replace it with brown sugar . Drink one glass every morning , 2-3 times a week . 

Overcome stomach disorders 

Take a spoonful of turmeric powder , a glass of water and add the yogurt . Drink this concoction after lunch ( not on an empty stomach ) . Turmeric capsules can also help with digestive problems . 

Attention 

Turmeric is safe to eat , as long as it is not excessive every day . Pregnant and nursing women should avoid taking supplements turmeric , to avoid excess . And should consult with a gynecologist , especially before taking turmeric supplements .