Using natural and herbal supplements to fight disease and support the health of the body is quickly becoming more accepted in Western Culture. Of course, Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda have been doing this for centuries, but we are just now taking notice of the positive affects here in the West. Recently (this week) I have added Turmeric into my daily supplement intake and I am incredibly happy with the results!
Turmeric is most well known for it's use in curry, but it has been used for 4,000 years to treat a variety of conditions such as digestive and liver problems, cancers, inflammation, skin diseases, wounds, etc and Dr. Andrew Weil MD suggests Turmeric for patients to treat all inflammation disorders, including arthritis, tendinitis, and auto immune conditions.
The active substance in Turmeric, Curcumin, is " a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants scavenge molecules in the body known as free radicals, which damage cell membranes, tamper with DNA, and even cause cell death. Antioxidants can fight free radicals and may reduce or even help prevent some of the damage they cause. In addition, curcumin lowers the levels of two enzymes in the body that cause inflammation." (Source)
The following ways to include Turmeric (curcumin) into your diet include:
1) Capsules
2) Fluid Extract
3) Tinctures
I am currently taking one capsule of Turmeric in the morning with my breakfast, but am considering taking two. Positive effects of turmeric take time to be seen and felt, but I have already noticed less pain, strain, and muscle fatigue. I will continue taking Turmeric as a way to combat the inflammation that accompanies Fibromyalgia.
Before introducing a new supplement into your diet, always contact you physician first.
Until next time,
Feast From Within
xoxo
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