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Using Turmeric as a Natural Anti-Inflammatory

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The health benefits of turmeric are impressive

We love plant-based whole foods with natural anti-inflammatory properties, and turmeric is one of them. The curcumin found within turmeric is what gives the spice its ability to target inflammation in the body.

Because curcumin has been promoted as a natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and neuroprotector, the health benefits of turmeric (curcumin’s source food) add up to be quite impressive.

Turmeric’s natural anti-inflammatory properties target a range of health conditions

Turmeric is often referred to as the ‘golden spice’, widely used in traditional Indian and Chinese Medicine. and Chinese medicine. The illnesses and ailments it has been known to improve include:

  • Arthritis
  • Heartburn
  • Joint pain
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Kidney problems
  • Alzheimer’s

Because turmeric targets and positively impacts so many chronic health conditions, it makes for the perfect ingredient to incorporate into your daily meal plan.

Tasty ways to consume turmeric

Natural supplement

Taking a daily dose of turmeric is easy with a natural, plant-based whole food supplement.

Our Turmeric Blend contains turmeric and 12 other plant-based whole foods that work together to reduce inflammation and alleviate the pain caused by it.

Sourced from the Indian region of Kerala, we use Alleppey turmeric. It contains high levels of curcumin which help to boost the power of our Turmeric Blend in your body as it fights against inflammation.

Drinks

One of the most popular ways to drink turmeric is in a tea blend. There are many variations as to how people make it.

We recommend you start by grating up some fresh turmeric – about a teaspoon will do. If you don’t have any fresh turmeric, you can also use powdered or dried turmeric.

Simmer the turmeric in 2-4 cups of boiling water (the volume will vary depending on your preferred strength) for about 10 minutes. Strain if necessary, add honey, lemon, cinnamon or ginger for some extra flavour, and enjoy!

Meals

Turmeric is an easy spice to get creative with, and you’d be surprised at how many meals you can add it to. From smoothies and soup to salads and curry, the options are endless.

One of our favourite turmeric recipes is our easy and delicious Turmeric Bliss Balls. A sweet treat packed with energy, these are perfect for ploughing through that mid-afternoon slump or having with a cup of tea after dinner.

Made with nuts, coconut, lemon, maple syrup, apricots and our all-natural Turmeric Blend, this delicious snack is a healthy one, too! You can check out our recipe here.

Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory that your body will love

Because turmeric has the power to support your body in reducing inflammation, it makes sense to introduce the spice into your daily routine. And with so many ways to consume it, turmeric is an easy addition to your everyday meals.

Fight inflammation with our Turmeric Blend

Turmeric for IBS: Benefits & Uses

Posted on by flourishweb

Turmeric: a natural anti-inflammatory

Turmeric is an ancient spice that has been used for thousands of years in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine. Due to the high levels of curcumin that the golden spice contains, it has seen a rise in popularity over recent years for its medicinal benefits.

Curcumin is an active component of turmeric that contains significant natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Studies have also found that curcumin has antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties which can aid in treating a number of bodily ailments – not just IBS!

These components – and the overall health benefits of turmeric – is the reason why the spice has been so prominent in traditional medicine, and why it is seeing such a vigorous comeback today.

What is IBS?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder, affecting around 1 in 5 Australians at some point in their lives.

IBS is a medical condition that primarily affects the large intestine, with symptoms ranging from abdominal pain and bloating to constipation and diarrhoea. These symptoms can vary in severity and usually subside over time. However, in some incredibly rare cases, IBS has been known to cause intestinal damage.

While things like infection, food intolerance, stress, medication and diet have been marked as triggers for IBS, medical science is yet to prove the leading cause of the disorder.

How turmeric’s natural anti-inflammatory properties help to treat IBS

Many recent studies have explored the extraordinary health benefits of turmeric in improving many chronic health conditions including arthritis, Alzheimer’s and cancer. IBS is also on the list, with research suggesting that the spice helps in reducing symptoms related to the disorder.

While the positive effects of turmeric vary from person to person, ongoing research concludes that many people suffering from IBS are experiencing the benefits of consuming the spice.

The potent antibacterial properties of curcumin may help promote a healthy gut microbiome – or decrease the ‘bad’ bacteria in the gut – which is one of the many possible causes of IBS.

The most widely known property of turmeric (and it’s curcumin component), however, is its ability to work as a natural anti-inflammatory. For IBS, consuming turmeric can help alleviate the pain associated with intestinal inflammation – another possible cause of the disorder.

We believe in using natural remedies to aid in the healing process

When it comes to health, food holds a lot of power, whether we are willing to acknowledge it or not.

We believe that consuming whole foods (as opposed to extracts) is the best way to use food in improving health. All of our natural supplements are made with whole-food ingredients that work in harmony to improve sleep and energy, alleviate aches and pains, and treat the symptoms of chronic conditions such as IBS.

That’s why our natural anti-inflammatory Turmeric Blend is made with a blend of 13 different plant-based foods that support your body’s ability to help treat IBS and other health conditions, giving you all the benefits of turmeric (and not just that of curcumin).

Our Gut Healing Protocol will help to reset your gut

Because we are so passionate about health and the power of food to improve it, we created an online program to help you reset your gut environment.

Our Gut Healing Protocol specifically targets IBS and aims to reduce uncomfortable symptoms of the disorder.

With the combined power of our Gut Healing Protocol and Turmeric Blend, you can say goodbye to painful bloating and hello to a smoother digestive experience.

Tired of suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Try our Turmeric Blend today