Turmeric’s Popularity

Tumeric is suddenly everywhere. This small orange root has popped up in teas, herbal remedies and beauty treatments. Tumeric is a root member of the ginger family. It is distinctive for its bright orange color. It contains the chemical compound curcumin, known to reduce swelling and inflammation. This quality caused some to see turmeric as a miracle supplement that fights inflammation of many kinds from digestive issues to liver disease.

Ayurvedic medicine incorporated it as a digestive aid and a way to boost your immune system. It has also been used as a coloring agent for cosmetics for a long time, but more recently it became a key ingredient in skin care because of its ability to balance and brighten skin tone.

As with any popular herb or food supplement, one has to wonder if there are any drawbacks. In general, before starting a regime that introduces a new herbal remedy into your arsenal, you should consult with your doctor. Tumeric has relatively few cons, but eating it in abundance has made gallbladder problems worse in some instances and using too much of it on your face can result in a burning sensation and redness. In general, turmeric’s benefits far exceed its drawbacks. If you slowly introduce it into your diet and beauty routine, you should reap some benefits.