Turmeric, the main spice in the Indian dish curry, is argued by many to be the most powerful herb on the planet at fighting and potentially reversing disease. The health benefits of turmeric are incredibly vast and very thoroughly researched.

Turmeric comes from the Curcuma longa plant, which grows in India and other Asian countries. It is a member of the ginger family.

Physicians in Traditional Chinese Medicine have been prescribing turmeric as part of its holistic practices for thousands of years. Physicians have used it in several different ways, for many diseases and ailments.

Here are some of the uses and health benefits of turmeric:

Works as a Natural Pain Reliever

One of the more known properties of turmeric is its ability to manage pain. Studies have shown that curcumin may be a beneficial natural painkiller for:

• Wound healing and burn pain
• Post-operative pain
• Inflammation-induced arthritic pain

Improves Joint Health

Turmeric tablets and extracts have been shown in numerous studies to support joint health. A study in the Journal of Medicinal Food stated that using Tumeric can help alleviate symptoms of joint arthritis, such as joint tenderness, mobility and discomfort.

Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory

Inflammation is an essential process in the body, because it fights off harmful pathogens and repairs damage caused by bacteria, viruses and injuries. Conversely, long-term inflammation has been linked to most chronic conditions such as heart disease and cancer, so it should be managed quickly, which is where anti-inflammatory compounds  such as turmeric can assist.