7 Reasons Women Should Consume Turmeric

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Most of you know turmeric (Curcuma longa)  as the main spice in curry. It provides a warm, bitter, earthy flavor to many Asian dishes. It’s also used to add color to cooking powders, mustards, butters, cheeses, and even cosmetics. 

But turmeric is more than just a spice or natural pigment. In fact, it’s listed as the single most anti-inflammatory food in the Dietary Inflammatory Index. For centuries its root has been used as medicine in many cultures. 

The root of the turmeric plant contains a yellow-colored chemical called curcumin. It’s a polyphenol. And for those of you wondering what a polyphenol is…

Polyphenols are micronutrients that we get through certain plant-based foods. They're loaded with antioxidants and provide many health benefits.

Studies have shown both the topical and oral benefits of turmeric. So, let’s take a look at the seven benefits turmeric provides women.

  

7 Benefits of turmeric for women