Immune booster against virus

Turmeric and immunity

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 Antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties .

•  Scientific research has shown that turmeric has antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antioxidant, and anticancer activities and also has a potential to reduce the  risk of various malignant disease, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, and other chronic illness including rheumatoid arthritis.
•  Curcumin, a component of turmeric, has been used as a food additive and herbal supplement due to its potential medicinal properties. Previously, curcumin exhibited antiviral properties against several viruses, including dengue virus and hepatitis C virus, among others.
•  Antibacterial: Turmeric and curcumin have strong antibacterial effects. They can reduce the growth of many disease-causing bacteria.
•  Curcumin, found in the popular spice turmeric, stopped the potentially deadly Rift Valley Fever virus from multiplying in infected cells, a new study shows. The popular spice turmeric packs more than just flavor -- it shows promise in fighting devastating viruses.
•  It's also an effective antifungal that inhibits growth. Combine fresh-ground turmeric, or the turmeric spice, with a small amount of water and mix until it becomes a paste. Apply it to your skin and leave it on until it dries. You can also drink turmeric water or turmeric tea daily to get the internal benefits. 

Helps in healthy weight loss

•  Turmeric is said to help one deal with stomach issues, metabolic disorders, obesity and many more problems. Though having huge quantities of turmeric is surely not a way to lose weight, but turmeric is said to reduce the inflammation associated with obesity. Thus, it can give your weight loss plan a boost.Cut outs excess belly fat.

• This spice contains an active ingredient in it called “curcumin.” Curcumin has a positive influence on weight loss because of certain factors  it improves a person’s health: 
• Reduced Inflammation .
• Detoxification. 
•  Parasite Removal.
•   Reducing New Blood Vessel Formation.

  Gives good skin complexion.

•  Turmeric can help restore your natural glow and treat uneven skin tone. In order to improve uneven skin tone and make your skin look bright, mix one teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of milk and 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric to make a quick face pack. ... Turmeric is also great for removing sun tan that makes your skin look dull.
•  Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow. … You can mix small amounts of Greek yogurt, honey, and turmeric together and apply to your face.

Boosts immunity.

•  The medicinal properties in turmeric may be able to boost the immune system, even in people with immune disorders. 
•  For allergies and cold

       Combine all of these ingredients into 1 tsp. of raw local honey, then eat the honey. 

• A pinch of turmeric
• A pinch of black pepper 
• A pinch of ginger

 Healthy ways to strengthen your immune system

1. Don't smoke.
2. Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
3. Exercise regularly.
4. Maintain a healthy weight.
5. If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.(Try to avoid in often).
6. Get adequate sleep.
7. Take steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking meats thoroughly.

 Improves digestion power

•  It's used in ayurvedic medicine as a digestive healing agent. Now Western medicine has begun to study how turmeric can help with gut inflammation and gut permeability, two measures of your digestive efficiency.
•  Today, turmeric is recognized as an alternative therapy for heartburn, inflammation, and stomach ulcers.
• Turmeric’s most active ingredient is called curcumin. It’s thought to be responsible for most of turmeric’s health benefits.
•  Curcumin is a polyphenol antioxidant. It’s said to have potent antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer capabilities.
•  Acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be caused by inflammation and oxidative stress. The study suggests GERD should be treated with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories.
•  It has a role in keeping the bacteria associated with ulcers in check, helps ulcers heal, and it works actively on killing cancer cells in the gut.

This can be used as immunity booster to fight against all viruses.

Can be used as a precautionary immune booster for COViD-19 too.

 

 Baliga Shilpa Pai

  Yoga Teacher

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