Turmeric, the beneficial properties of which will be discussed in this article, is a very useful medicinal plant, however, it is often used as a spice, as well as a dye. This plant is able to prevent the onset of diabetes, as well as obesity. Since ancient times, many recipes with turmeric have come down to us, which can help in a variety of life situations, however, some of its useful properties were discovered not so long ago.
What is she
It grows in countries with a subtropical climate. The easiest way to find it is at an altitude of two thousand meters above sea level. Turmeric, the beneficial properties of which we are considering, is a perennial plant, it belongs to the ginger family, can reach a height of two meters, and its leaves grow directly from the rhizome and have an oval shape. Spices are produced only from root tubers (the best product is obtained not from the central roots, but from the lateral ones).
In order to make the spice, the root needs to be boiled, peeled, dried, and then chopped. The most famous types of turmeric are:
- turmeric zedoaria;
- turmeric round;
- turmeric flavorful.
Its main suppliers include India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and China. Today this plant is known all over the world, and many people find it incredibly useful. Dyes from it are used in the manufacture of certain types of cheese, butter, pastries and much more. The properties of turmeric are numerous and it can be attributed to the fact that it can be stored for a very long time without loss of taste and aroma. This allows you to export it anywhere.
The healing properties of turmeric
For medicinal purposes, it is often used. Hindus gave it to the sick in ancient times, but modern scientists have confirmed that it is a medicinal plant recently. It is often used to eliminate deep splinters: for this you need to prepare a special mixture of it itself, wheat flour, salt and castor oil.
From bites of ticks and other insects turmeric can also help. Its useful properties are also very useful to those who suffer from problems with the gastrointestinal tract, and especially from problems with gastritis. It is used to treat the cardiovascular system, kidneys of the liver, and even to eliminate acne. It is believed that it slows down the development of skin cancer.
Turmeric kills microbes, promotes wound healing, normalizes digestion, and breaks down fats. In general, it is often used not only by people who are on diets, but also by those who have been diagnosed by doctors as obesity.
Turmeric: beneficial properties of the plant, demanded in cosmetology
Turmeric can often be found in various cosmetics that are needed to make the skin of the face (and not only) as beautiful and attractive as possible. The creams that contain it can be quite expensive.
Its beneficial properties that are in demand in cosmetology
- the powder prepared from it allows you to heal bruises and wounds as safely, quickly and effectively as possible;
- it contains many antioxidants, which are a powerful weapon in the fight against aging;
- it can be used to treat burns;
- compresses with this seasoning can help get rid of stretch marks on the abdomen that arose as a result of pregnancy;
- in combination with milk, it becomes an excellent moisturizer;
- It can also be used together with milk to prevent facial hair growth;
- it is used to treat psoriasis, rash, eczema and much more.
Also, one cannot fail to note the fact that regular use of it together with food helps to tone up, as well as make the eyes shiny and bright skin.