Uses Of Turmeric (Luyang Dilaw)

Turmeric is a plant. You probably know turmeric as the main spice in curry. It has a warm, bitter taste and is frequently used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, butters, and cheeses. But the root of turmeric is also used widely to make medicine.

Turmeric is used for: 

1. Arthritis

2. Heartburn (dyspepsia)

3. Stomach pain

4. Diarrhea

5. Intestinal gas

6. Stomach bloating

7. Loss of appetite

8. Jaundice

9. Liver problems

10. Gallbladder disorders

11. Acne/ Pimples

12. Ringworm

13. Bruising

14. Leech Bites

15. Eye infections

16. Inflammatory skin conditions

17. Soreness inside the mouth

18. Infected wounds

Turmeric is likely safe when taken by mouth or applied to the skin appropriately for up to 8 months.

Turmeric usually does not cause significant side effects; however, some people can experience stomach upset, nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea.

In one report, a person who took very high amounts of turmeric, over 1500 mg twice daily, experienced a dangerous abnormal heart rhythm. However, it is unclear if turmeric was the actual cause of this side effect. Until more is known, avoid taking excessively large doses of turmeric.

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Source: WebMD