Why Is Turmeric In Everything Right Now?

Turmeric might be a spice from the Stone Age, but it’s never been more relevant than today, in this modern era of wellness challenges.

With more people than ever before suffering from temporary, occasional discomfort, people are on the hunt for natural alternatives to prescription drugs (and the often undesirable side-effects.)

Turmeric, or Curcuma longa, has been used for 4,000 years to treat a plethora of conditions ranging from indigestion to infections.

But the aspect of turmeric that gets all the attention is its powerful anti-inflammatory properties.

Why? Because inflammation is at the root cause of so many ailments including, joint discomfort, and high blood pressure (to name a few).

So, aside from taking a concentrated hit of Curcuma, how many curries are we talking here?

Even if you’re not a curry lover, the good news is that you are spoilt for creative choice on how to incorporate turmeric into your diet (and some of the recipes out there are seriously delicious and easy on the eye!) without changing much about your daily menu and routine:

Lattes - Comfort Food in a Cup

A latte spiked with turmeric is pure comfort food! And if you add ginger, then consider yourself in line for an extra boost as both have incredible anti-inflammatory properties. The result? A soothing and delicious latte that is also good for you!

Smoothies - Nutrients-Dense Blitz

The great thing about smoothies is that they can be as simple or as experimental as you like and as sweet or neutral in flavor as you desire. And adding turmeric to your morning (or evening) smoothie means it can be quickly absorbed without your digestion having to work overtime.

Soups - A Fragrant Cleanse

Soups are perfect if you’re feeling a little under the weather. When turmeric is included they can also soothe the tummy, and best of all soups can be whatever you like - meat-based, noodles, rice, vegetables, slow-cooked, made in 30 minutes, or made in bulk and frozen. Hello flexible!

Ice-creams - Golden, Creamy Goodness

You might as well glean some health benefits while satisfying your sweet tooth! Ground turmeric, cinnamon, fresh ginger, black pepper, and cardamom add warmth and comfort to many ice-cream recipes (and even more health benefits) delivering you to guilt-free, golden milk ice-cream heaven!

Evening Dinners

Here’s where being a fan of Indian curries is helpful, but certainly not required. Evening dinners that incorporate turmeric can include burritos, fritters, health bowls with your choice of salad and vegetables, noodle salads, muffins, and soups.

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So while powdered or fresh turmeric from the supermarket might not contain enough Curcuma to feel immediate benefits compared to scientifically developed nutritional supplements, every little bit helps.

Besides, there is certainly nothing harmful about incorporating these kinds of healthy foods and experimenting with recipes that will bring more wholesome ingredients into your day-to-day life, and body.

And if you want to take your wellbeing to the next level, considering finding a turmeric supplement with high levels of Curcuma and a superior absorption formula, leaving you feeling more comfortable, relieved, and ready to live your fullest life.