Ingredient spotlight: Turmeric

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Turmeric

Turmeric is a plant in the ginger family and is native to South Asia. Used as a flavoring in many foods; Turmeric has also been used for thousands of years for its medicinal properties. The herb has been used as a antiseptic for cuts, burns, bruises and as a anti-inflammatory agent, and a remedy for gastrointestinal discomfort. Currently, Turmeric is also undergoing research as a possible supplement for the treatment of Alzheimer, cancer and arthritis. The active substance in Turmeric is called Curcumin; which is a powerful anti-oxidant. Research has shown that Curcumin reduces inflammation by lowering levels of both Cox-2 and Lox enzymes.

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