Turmeric

[Fala]

Has anybody here used Turmeric as a supplement for health? I've started using this recently and noticed that my joints are feeling much better.

I know that it has some blood-thinning properties to it and have been concerned that a couple other things I take do also.

I'm just trying to keep things on a good balance here.

Thanks for any advice.

 

[SweetErika]

I haven't, but my husband has taken it for psoriasis, and it does help some.

From what I've read, it's very good stuff!

 

[Fala]

I haven't, but my husband has taken it for psoriasis, and it does help some.

From what I've read, it's very good stuff!

Wow, I didn't even know about the psoriasis edge. I was using it for back pain. It's anti-inflammatory properties rival that of the steriod treatments they inject into the joints of rheumatoid arthritis patients (or so I have read) so I thought I'd try it.

I've also been interested in the studies done that show that it blocks the accumulation of the plaque build up in the brain that leads to alzheimers.

Seems the populations that eat curry on a regular basis have an incredibly low incidence of that disease in their population.

I'm just still looking for the down side. Seems there always is one. In the meantime, I'm just taking a modest amount daily.

 

[great lover]

Has anybody here used Turmeric as a supplement for health? I've started using this recently and noticed that my joints are feeling much better.

I know that it has some blood-thinning properties to it and have been concerned that a couple other things I take do also.

I'm just trying to keep things on a good balance here.

Thanks for any advice.

stick to fda approved medicine.

 

[SweetErika]

Wow, I didn't even know about the psoriasis edge. I was using it for back pain. It's anti-inflammatory properties rival that of the steriod treatments they inject into the joints of rheumatoid arthritis patients (or so I have read) so I thought I'd try it.

I've also been interested in the studies done that show that it blocks the accumulation of the plaque build up in the brain that leads to alzheimers.

Seems the populations that eat curry on a regular basis have an incredibly low incidence of that disease in their population.

I'm just still looking for the down side. Seems there always is one. In the meantime, I'm just taking a modest amount daily.

That's very interesting, too!

If it's helped you, maybe I'll give it a shot to see if it helps my own inflammation issues. I have OA in one of my knees, but it'd be awesome if it helped enough for me to get fewer cortisone shots and surgeries!

 

[Fala]

stick to fda approved medicine.

The FDA can't guarantee supplements can they? I know there is a glitch when it comes to supplements.

What I *do* is stick to brands that are known to be safe and tested often for the correct potency, etc.

Not sure what you were referring to? please come back on that because I want to know. thanks!

 

[Fala]

That's very interesting, too!

If it's helped you, maybe I'll give it a shot to see if it helps my own inflammation issues. I have OA in one of my knees, but it'd be awesome if it helped enough for me to get fewer cortisone shots and surgeries!

holy moly, yeah! For sure, check it out!

I have had chronic back pain all my life. I injured it recently and expected the usual excruciating pain that comes after....but it never happened.

I just feel a bit of stiffness and a very vague dull ache but nothing at all like I usually suffered.

I would only say that if you are on other medications, pass it by your doc just to be on the safe side.

I'm just trying to use more natural ways to improve my health these days. This stuff is nothing more than eating a bowl of curry every day. Seems to work very well for the populations who do. *shrug*

 

[naughtycakes]

No idea, but I have seen curries praised for anti-Altzheimer's properties. Tumeric is in that mix.

 

[gravyrug]

I dunno about healing properties, but it tastes pretty damn good as a spice. It's unlikely to hurt you unless you're allergic.

 

[hillseeker]

stick to fda approved medicine.

Yes, follow the governments advise....they have our best interests in mind?

 

[Fala]

No idea, but I have seen curries praised for anti-Altzheimer's properties. Tumeric is in that mix.

Yeah, I also heard it has anti-viral properties as well. I swear, I'm wondering why most in this country aren't onto this! It's been used for a thousand years.

Is this a "pharmo-fucko-make money" kinda thing or what?

the turmeric and curcumin are the same thing. Basically, the spice used in curry.

 

[hillseeker]

Tumeric adds a nice color to foods too, cheap alternative to saffron.

 

[Fala]

Tumeric adds a nice color to foods too, cheap alternative to saffron.

Thanks hillseeker! Yes, I read that it's used to make mustard the lovely "yellow" color.

Also I read that you DONT want to get this spice on your fingers/skin as the yellow color stain is hard to remove.

Also, upon reading a forum (so glad I read this one), it's often used in tea and just about any other way to ingest it. HOWEVER...one post said they'd stopped putting it in their drinking water as it was staining their teeth! I wouldn't have thought of that. Glad I read it.

Anyway, I simply take it in the capsule supplement. I have been using the Solaray brand and it's only about 10 bucks a bottle.

 

[KingOrfeo]

Wow, I didn't even know about the psoriasis edge. I was using it for back pain. It's anti-inflammatory properties rival that of the steriod treatments they inject into the joints of rheumatoid arthritis patients (or so I have read) so I thought I'd try it.

I've also been interested in the studies done that show that it blocks the accumulation of the plaque build up in the brain that leads to alzheimers.

Seems the populations that eat curry on a regular basis have an incredibly low incidence of that disease in their population.

I'm just still looking for the down side. Seems there always is one. In the meantime, I'm just taking a modest amount daily.

Don't try to do this yourself. Ask a doctor.

 

[hillseeker]

Ask a nutritionist....

 

[Fala]

Don't try to do this yourself. Ask a doctor.

Yes sir! I do agree with you. I see my doc on a regular basis and ask about any supplements that I wish to take before I can do any damage. hehe.

So far, she has passed everthing I've wanted to take.

The only thing I've read that is a MUST is that if one is on a blood-thinning medication...do NOT take.

 

[Fala]

Ask a nutritionist....

Funny you should say that...I was just telling a friend tonight that I was going to consult one.

I am eating way better than I ever have in my life. Since the beginning of the year, I've tried to change my lifestyle/eating habits to benefit my health.

I know there are some vitamins that shouldn't be taken with other's or supplements. Some vitamins should definitely be taken along with another. Some supplements should NOT be taken with medications or even other supplements...sheesh, it's mind-boggling.

I'm just trying to sort it all out.

 

[Bert Notorius]

eye of newt
seriously

 

[blobfish]

I used to work at a place that ground turmeric, and the dust would get all over me. Nobody would drive in the car with me.

 

[Scentofawoman]

I took tumric for my psoriasis . I did work, except I had bladder issues. The tumeric was too strong. Just a warning. Yeah funny because I'm Indian and grew up on it!
Oh and for the record, my rheumatologist and dermatologist approved it. It will not counteract if you are on any biotheraputic meds.

 

[MrBates2]

Curcumin is a polyphenol present in the spice turmeric and was first used by Indians over 3,000 years ago in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Modern science has found that curcumin has remarkable antioxidative, immunomodulatory, proapoptotic, hepatoprotective and antiangiogenic properties.83-88 Curcumin is also found to increase detoxifying enzymes and promote healthy DNA function.

 

[Bert Notorius]

The cure for cancer could be on my spice rack.