Consumption of turmeric tea, these 6 benefits for health – FAJAR

FAJAR.CO.ID, JAKARTA – Turmeric is a bright yellow-orange spice commonly used in curries and sauces.

This spice has medicinal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties for thousands of years. Turmeric tea is one of the most popular forms of turmeric consumption.

Turmeric tea has a unique taste. Here are some of the benefits of turmeric tea, as reported by the Genpi.co page.

1. Improve immune function

Turmeric has been shown to improve immune function with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial properties.

Turmeric has also been shown to act as an immune modulator, helping to regulate the function of immune cells against cancer.

2. Helps reduce cardiovascular complications

Several studies have shown curcumin to have beneficial heart health properties by acting as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

A 2012 study found consuming 4 grams per day of curcumin, 3 days before and 5 days after coronary artery bypass graft surgery, reduced the risk of acute myocardial infarction or heart attack by 17 percent.

3. Reduces symptoms of arthritis

As an anti-inflammatory, turmeric can help reduce the most prominent arthritis symptoms.

A 2017 study found of 206 American adults who reported suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, 63 percent used non-vitamin supplements to manage their symptoms, with turmeric being the most popular product to take.

4. Help manage irritable bowel syndrome or IBS

Turmeric has long been used in traditional medicine as a treatment for many digestive conditions. Several studies have found turmeric can help reduce pain associated with IBS and improve the quality of life for people with the condition.

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