3 Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumoids

You can find supplements advertising Turmeric almost everywhere but have you ever wondered what the benefits of Turmeric actually are and why everyone is looking for it?

The Turmeric Root has a special bioactive chemical named Curcumin, specified by weight in Turmeric by the term "Curcumoids". These Curcumoids are what gives Turmeric the benefits and anti-inflammatory ability that it is known for.

1. The Curcumoid's in Turmeric are naturally anti-inflammatory, meaning a great natural way to lessen joint pain.

Turmeric is well known and often advertised as being a great way to lessen your joint pain, and its because its a well proven fact. Curcumin can suppress inflammation, which can also lead to a lesser chance of heart disease. Turmeric lessens pain from arthritis and osteoporosis, having been used by traditional Chinese acupuncture medicine. 

2. Turmeric's antioxidant abilities fight free radicals within the body.

Free radicals are atoms without pairs, an unstable type of atom made during normal metabolism, usually a result of unhealthy choices such as fried foods or smoking. These free radicals are harmful because they are unstable, meaning they can build up and cause cell damage. Antioxidants can fix free radicals by providing them with a pair, returning it to a normal cell. Turmeric has a high antioxidant count, and can possibly raise your body's ability to store antioxidants, making it a tough contender for free radicals.

3. Lowers risk of heart disease.

With the power of its natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ability, Turmeric can lower your risk of heart disease. Research has shown that Turmeric can lower your risk of heart disease by regulating certain types of cholesterol.

Whilst many supplements try to skim facts and claim that their products can cure all without proof, Turmeric has been long known for its anti-inflammatory prowess. Make an educated choice before choosing what product you'd like to try.

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