David W. Grotto, RD, LDN
See book keywords and concepts |  Turmeric, often spelled tumeric (incorrectly), is a member of the ginger family. Turmeric is also known as Indian Saffron and is the ingredient that is responsible for making curry and mustard yellow-orange in color. Rhizomes, rootlike extensions from the stem of the plant, are the parts
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
TO DYE FOR used to make turmeric powder, and are also used in making mustard, coloring butter or cheese, and flavoring various foods.
A Serving of Food Lore...
Turmeric is thought to have originated in western India and has been used there for at least 2,500 years. |
Marshall Editions
See book keywords and concepts |  Eat spices such as ginger, tumeric, and garlic. These have anti-inflammatory effects and help strengthen the immune system. Salmon, mackerel, and walnuts have high levels of essential fatty acids, which also have anti-inflammatory properties. Eat these foods two to three times a week. Eat vegetables and fruits that are high in vitamin C and bioflavonoids, including berries, citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables, and carrots, as they strengthen the ligaments and tendons. | | Examples of cholagogues are dandelion root, tumeric, licorice, Globe artichoke, and tetterwort or celandine. These plants work best if taken 20-30 minutes before meals, and if the person is not constipated. An increase bile flow must be followed by regular bowel movements so that the bile is eliminated from the body and not simply recycled to j contribute yet again to bile stagnation and jaundice.
Treating toxic damage: Sometimes jaundice occurs because of toxic damage to the liver cells. | | Herbs that can be used to support a person's system and protect the liver until healing is able to occur include 110 i tumeric, licorice, schisandra, Globe artichoke, and milk thistle.
V
DIAGNOSIS
Head lice or nits are a very common condition in children, particularly those of nursery and primary school age. They transfer rapidly and easily from head to head by crawling (they can't jump or fly), so children that tend to sit and play in close proximity with other children are more susceptible. A louse is smaller than a match head but still visible. | | The powdered rhizome in tumeric inhibits the formation of pro-inflammatory compounds and acts as a strong antioxidant to heal the tissues. Boswellia derives its anti-inflammatory properties from resins, which have been shown clinically to inhibit molecules within the body that promote inflammation and to improve joint circulation. Take 2 ml of a tincture three to four times daily.
603
BACK PAIN
DIAGNOSIS
Back pain or stiffness can be caused by damage to the muscles or nerves. |
David Winston, RH(AHG), and Steven Maimes
See book keywords and concepts |  For instance, curcumin may have stronger anti-inflammatory activity than whole turmeric, but in large doses it can irritate the gastric mucosa, whereas the whole root extract of tumeric has a gastro-protective effect.
The other type of standardization is based on manufacturers guaranteeing the presence of a certain percentage of what is known as a marker compound. These marker compounds are usually not active constituents, and while they may help to identify the herb, they are not indicators of therapeutic activity. An echinacea product standardized to caffeic acid or a St. |
Marshall Editions
See book keywords and concepts | | Eat spices such as ginger, tumeric, and garlic. These have anti-inflammatory effects and help strengthen the immune system. Salmon, mackerel, and walnuts have high levels of essential fatty acids, which also have anti-inflammatory properties. Eat these foods two to three times a week. Eat vegetables and fruits that are high in vitamin C and bioflavonoids, including berries, citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables, and carrots, as they strengthen the ligaments and tendons. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  We put other nutrients in Joint Health Formula that act much more quickly, like tumeric and quercetin chalcone.
If you have inflammation, you have pain. The turmeric and quercetin chalcone will knock it down so fast that suddenly -- and I know this because sometimes when I overdo it in yoga or during exercise, and I have pain and I take this stuff -- the pain goes away. If I forget to take it, pow! Within half a day, it is back again. |
volker schulz and Rudolf Hansel
See book keywords and concepts |  Qal Bil>d|y Remedies (Cholagogues)
Some phytomedicines have proved effective in increasing biliary flow, such as preparations made from artichokes or tumeric. But clinical studies have mainly documented their efficacy in the symptomatic treatment of functional dyspepsia, regardless of their mechanism of action. The classic term "cholagogues" was based on older pathogenetic concepts for this group of herbal remedies, and a more accurate current term is "anti-dyspeptics. |
Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS
See book keywords and concepts |  Curry is an Indian spice that includes tumeric as one of the flavoring agents. The active component in tumeric appears to be a bright yellow pigment, curcumin (a.k.a.curcuma longa) which helps to enhance the immune system by protecting immune cells from their own poisons
(pro-oxidants) used to kill cancer cells. Mustard is a good source of curcumin.
Curcumin appears to be a potent inhibitor of cancer.12 In animal experiments, curcumin was shown to be directly toxic to tumor cells. | | Ir a study with smokers, tumeric tablets were able to dramatically reduce the excretion of urinary mutagen levels (indicators of the possibility of cancer).14 In patients with skin cancers (squamous cell carcinomas) who had failed therapy with chemo, radiation and surgery, supplements or ointment of tumeric were able to provide significant reduction in the smell, size, itching, pain, and exudate of the lesions. |
Glenn W. Geelhoed, M.D. and Jean Barilla, M.S.
See book keywords and concepts |  TUMERIC tumeric may not find its way into many American dishes, but it is an extremely popular flavoring in India, especially in the eastern part of the country. And now there is evidence — demonstrated by the lower rate of cancers in this part of India — that this spice may have cancer-preventing properties.
WHEATGRASS A rich, nutritional food called wheatgrass was discovered by Dr. Ann Wigmore. Dr. Wigmore believes that its extremely high vitamin and mineral content is helpful in the prevention of cancer and other disorders. |
Ruth Winter, M.S.
See book keywords and concepts |  Can cause allergic reactions. tumeric • See Turmeric.
TUNA EXTRACT • The extract of the fish species Thunnus. See Fish Oil. TURKEY-RED OIL • One of the first surface-active ingredients (see). Used in shampoos. Contains sulfated castor oil. It has been used to obtain bright, clear colors in dyeing fabrics. See Sulfonated Oils.
TURMERIC • tumeric. Derived from an East Indian herb. An aromatic, pepperlike, but somewhat bitter, taste. |
Ruth Winter
See book keywords and concepts |  GRAS. tumeric • See Turmeric.
TUNG NUT OIL • Chinawood Oil. Drying oil used to waterproof packaging materials. Toxic by ingestion. Causes contact dermatitis (skin rash). Ingestion causes nausea, vomiting, cramps, diarrhea, thirst, dizziness, lethargy, and disorientation. Large doses can cause fever, irregular heartbeat, and respiratory effects. TUNU EXTRACT • Tuno. From a Central American tree, Costilla fallax cook, closely related to the rubber tree. Cleared for use as a natural masticatory substance of vegetable origin in chewing-gum base.
TURMERIC • tumeric. |
Dianne Onstad
See book keywords and concepts |  Best known for its bright yellow color and spicy taste to lovers of Indian food, tumeric has medicinal value that is not as well known.
Culinary Uses
Turmeric is sometimes available fresh, when it looks similar to fresh ginger, but is normally bought dried, either whole or ground. Eaten raw in southern India, the bright yellow, aromatic root has a delicate, buttery, slightly peppery and mustardlike taste (some compare it to horseradish) that is clean and refreshing. |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Studies show that tumeric can lower blood-cholesterol levels by stimulating the production of bile. Bile is produced by the liver, and cholesterol is a component of bile—thus when the production of bile increases, it uses excess cholesterol. tumeric also prevents the formation of dangerous blood clots that can lead to heart attack.
Ginkgo biloba—This ancient herb can help improve the flow of blood throughout the body. It is also an antioxidant, which means that it slows the formation of compounds called free radicals, those nasty molecules that are responsible for the oxidation of cholesterol. |
Gary Null, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Results of this study showed that a tumeric extract inhibited cell growth in Chinese Hamster Ovary cells and was cytotoxic to lymphocytes and Dalton's lymphoma cells.
—R. Kuttan, et al., "Potential Anticancer Activity of Turmeric," Cancer Letters, 29(2),
November 1985, p. 197-202.
Results of this study showed the curcumin inhibited xanthine oxidase in vitro, xanthine oxidase being one a causative factor in PMA-mediated tumor promotion.
—J.K. Lin & C.A. | | Results of this study showed that a tumeric extract inhibited cell growth in Chinese Hamster Ovary cells and was cytotoxic to lymphocytes and Dalton's lymphoma cells.
—R. Kuttan, et al., "Potential Anticancer Activity of Turmeric," Cancer Letters, 29(2),
November 1985, p. 197-202.
Results of this study showed the curcumin inhibited xanthine oxidase in vitro, xanthine oxidase being one a causative factor in PMA-mediated tumor promotion.
—J.K. Lin & C.A. |
Robert Hass, M.S.
See book keywords and concepts |  Add the chilies, white pepper, salt, black pepper, red pepper, paprika, tumeric, and cilantro. Pour in the milk and add the Breakfast Strips. Cook the mixture over medium heat till it's simmering. Add the cornstarch mixture, then gradually add the masa. Add the corn and bring the chowder to a rolling boil. Turn the heat to low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
This rich and flavorful chowder is even better with a teaspoon or two of sweet vermouth mixed into each cup.
Calorie Breakdown per Serving
Protein: 16.0% Carbohydrate: 62.3% Fat: 21. |
Glenn W. Geelhoed, M.D. and Jean Barilla, M.S.
See book keywords and concepts | | Broccoli contains dithiolthiones,
Herbs and Spices May Help
Preliminary research suggests that some herbs and spices, particularly rosemary, tumeric and cumin, may have anti-cancer properties. Curcamin, which gives curry its yellow color, may also ward off cancer. Researchers at Rutgers University hypothesize that these substances may act like antioxidants, gobbling up free radicals before they can damage cellular DNA. which stimulate your body's immune system to fight cancer on its own. | | The Egyptians and Indians add honey to tea made with fresh or powdered ginger, tumeric or cumin.
LEMON An old folk remedy for constipation is to drink lemon juice in a cup of warm water (without sweetener) 30 minutes before eating breakfast. In China, they like to use grapefruit juice instead.
Exercise!
Any aerobic exercise helps keep your body in tune, and that includes preventing constipation. Exercises such as walking, jogging, or running increase blood flow to the intestines, which can help improve bowel regularity. |
Sharol Tilgner, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  It is antibacterial, antifungal, carminative and stimulates digestive enzymes.52 tumeric is also an anti-inflammatory, a cholagogue, a choleretic, and a vulnerary. 52,53
Ginger, Zingiber officinalis, promotes the passage of gas and relieves the pain associated with it. It stimulates the flow of saliva, supports the normal tone of the intestinal musculature and activates peristalsis. Ginger can inhibit digestive system ulcers and is gentle enough for both elders and children. It is a stomachic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, anti-emetic, choleretic, and a strong carminative. | | Ligustrum (Ligustrum lucidum)
• Milk thistle (Silybum marianum)
• Propolis
• Rhubarb (Rheum officinalis)
• Sage root (Salvia miltiorrhiza)
• Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)
• Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
• tumeric (Curcuma longa)
Antiparasitic: Destroys parasites. Antiparasitics are generally toxic to humans if used in excess. Most of them should be used under the guidance of a qualified health care professional. |
Frances Darragh and Louise Darragh Law
See book keywords and concepts |  Bitter gourd (Karela) is highly recommended. tumeric, taken medicinally (2-3 times daily) as a powder, 'A tsp. mixed with herb tea or Aloe Vera juice.
HOMEOPATHIC
Arsen Alb 30c: Great weakness, hunger, and thirst; dry mouth, excessive urination. Bryonia 30c: Dry lips, persistent bitter taste, morose, dispirited, loses strength through inability to eat. Thirst for large drinks. Insulin 3x: A homeopathic way to take insulin. Should be taken under the guidance of a homeopath. |
Henry Pasternak, D.V.M., C.V.A.
See book keywords and concepts |  Turmeric spice has been reported to have potent antioxidant properties.17 tumeric contains an orange-yellow coloring matter with one of its constituents curcumin, though there are several curcuminoids, which have synergetic effects. Curcumin has been shown to have potent anti-inflammatory effects via inhibiting 5-lipoxygenase activity as well as the 12-lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase activity.18 Curcumin has also shown anticarcinogenic effects, and it is theorized that it is an antioxidant. |
Gabriel Cousens, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Buckwheat Kitchery
Balances V, P, K All Seasons
2 cups buckwheat, sprouted 2 cups buckwheat, dehydrated (see Buckwheat Crunch under Dehydrated Foods) Vi cup parsley, chopped Vt cup cilantro, chopped 2 Tbs sesame oil 1 Tbs coriander 1 Tbs cumin 1 Tbs turmeric 1 Tbs mustard seed Vi Tbs Celtic salt V* tsp ginger powder 1V2 cups warm water
Blend 1 cup sprouted buckwheat with sesame oil, coriander, cumin, tumeric, Celtic salt, ginger powder, and water until smooth. Stir in 1 cup sprouted buckwheat, 2 cups dehydrated buckwheat, parsley, cilantro, and mustard seed. Serve. |
Sharol Tilgner, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | It is antibacterial, antifungal, carminative and stimulates digestive enzymes.52 tumeric is also an anti-inflammatory, a cholagogue and choleretic, and a vulnerary.51 •52'53
Goldenseal, Hydrastis canadensis, is well known for its anti-bacterial and antiparasitic action. It is also an astringent and is useful with both pale relaxed tissues and red, engorged tissues. Small doses have a stimulating and tonifying effect upon the gastric tissues. It is a styptic and can decrease passive bleeding. |
Michael Tierra
See book keywords and concepts |  Interestingly enough, tumeric root is an effective liver and gallstone eliminator. Stone Free formula adds this valuable herb to the above with good effect.
Internal and External Infections and Inflammations
Use this combination to treat acute infections, inflammation, colds, flu, and skin boils.
Primary: Chaparral—3 parts
Echinacea—3 parts Secondary: Marshmallow root—1 part
(demulcent)
Cayenne pepper—lU part (stimulant)
Fill "00" gelatin capsules with the combined herb powders and take two capsules every two hours. |
Susun S. Weed
See book keywords and concepts |  Make your own anti-recurrence curry powder: Mix together freshly ground dried tumeric, cardamom, cloves, cumin, coriander, celery seed, and cinnamon. Use liberally to season rice, vegetables, and soups. ic Prevent weight gain to prevent recurrence. Women more than 25 percent over their ideal weight have a 30 percent higher risk of recurrence according to the Medical Tribune, October, 1992. Copious amounts of fresh chickweed (or 75-100 drops of the tincture daily) can stimulate metabolism and lower weight. |
page 1 of 2 | Next ->
FAIR USE NOTICE: The research quoted here is provided under the protection of Fair Use provisions and published by the 501(c)3 non-profit Consumer Wellness Center for the purposes of public comment and education. Authors / publishers may submit books for consideration of inclusion here.
TERMS OF USE: Read full terms of use. Citations of text from NaturalPedia must include: 1) Full credit to the original author and book title. 2) Secondary credit to the Natural News Naturalpedia as a research resource and a link to www.NaturalNews.com/np/index.html
This unique compilation of research is copyright (c) 2008 by the non-profit Consumer Wellness Center.
ABOUT THE CREATOR OF NATURALPEDIA: Mike Adams, the creator of this NaturalNews Naturalpedia, is the editor of NaturalNews.com, the internet's top natural health news site, creator of the Honest Food Guide (www.HonestFoodGuide.org), a free downloadable consumer food guide based on natural health principles, author of Grocery Warning, The 7 Laws of Nutrition, Natural Health Solutions, and many other books available at www.TruthPublishing.com, creator of the earth-friendly EcoLEDs company (www.EcoLEDs.com) that manufactures energy-efficient LED lighting products, founder of Arial Software (www.ArialSoftware.com), a permission e-mail technology company, creator of the CounterThink Cartoon series (www.NaturalNews.com/index-cartoons.html) and author of over 1,500 articles, interviews, special reports and reference guides available at www.NaturalNews.com. Adams' personal philosophy and health statistics are available at www.HealthRanger.org.
|
 |
Refine your search
with Tumeric...
...and Plants and Herbs:...and Ginger
...and Turmeric
...and Root
...and Spices
...and Garlic
...and Spice
...and Thistle
...and Pepper
...and Rhizome
...and Ginkgo
...and Substances:...and Acid
...and Water
...and Food
...and Extract
...and Flavoring
...and Powder
...and Acids
...and Light
...and Paste
...and Tincture
...and Health Conditions and Diseases:...and Cancer
...and Inflammation
...and Pain
...and Constipation
...and Ulcers
...and Cancers
...and Tumors
...and Infections
...and Weight gain
...and Breast cancer
...and Adjectives:...and Yellow
...and Chopped
...and Whole
...and Fresh
...and Red
...and Natural
...and Dried
...and Toxic
...and Bitter
...and Officinalis
...and Concepts:...and Activity
...and Study
...and Damage
...and Minutes
...and Flow
...and Week
...and Healing
...and Taste
...and Risk
...and Recurrence
...and Anatomy:...and Bile
...and Cells
...and Body
...and Tissues
...and Liver
...and Digestive tract
...and Head
...and Skin
...and Immune system
...and Mouth
...and Physiology:...and Effects
...and Prevent
...and Effect
...and Increase
...and Inhibition
...and Stimulates
...and Reduces
...and Exposure
...and Induced
...and Levels
...and Foods and Beverages:...and Vegetables
...and Corn
...and Butter
...and Vegetable
...and Cheese
...and Fruits
...and Celery
...and Meals
...and Soup
...and Tomatoes
...and Key Health Concepts:...and Herb
...and Herbs
...and Foods
...and Diet
...and Ingredients
...and Plants
...and Treatment
...and Problems
...and Remedy
...and Toxins
...and Nutrients:...and Curcumin
...and Antioxidant
...and Ascorbic acid
...and Vitamin C
...and Potassium
...and Calcium
...and Essential fatty acids
...and Vitamin
...and Prostaglandins
...and Beta carotene
...and Actions:...and Eat
...and Growth
...and Drink
...and Boil
...and Inhibiting
...and Triggers
...and Eating
...and Drying
...and Running
...and Prevents
...and Objects:...and Oil
...and Seed
...and Plant
...and Product
...and Gum
...and Capsules
...and Organisms
...and Wall
...and Sun
...and Earth
|
Related Concepts:
Acid
Curcumin
Ginger
Cancer
Inflammation
Water
Turmeric
Salt
Pain
Herb
Anti-inflammatory
Root
Bile
Eat
Cells
Effects
Herbs
Food
Activity
Yellow
Antioxidant
Vegetables
Chopped
Corn
Oil
Cilantro
Study
Prevent
Whole
Damage
Fresh
Effect
Increase
Constipation
Minutes
Red
Natural
Seed
Flow
Cumin
Foods
Properties
Buckwheat
Body
Tissues
Liver
Growth
Butter
Healing
Week
Spices
Sodium
Inhibition
Vegetable
Garlic
Digestive tract
Curry
Extract
Stimulates
Spice
Dried
Flavoring
India
Taste
Cheese
Digestive
Toxic
Recurrence
Risk
Fruits
Diet
Bitter
Color
Head
Skin
Ulcers
Gastric
Officinalis
Powder
Reduces
Green
Cancers
Indian
Lactic acid
Free
Acute
Inhibited
Insulin
Primary
Children
Milk thistle
Doses
Normal
Thistle
Flavor
Celery
Ingredients
Antifungal
Xanthine oxidase
Plants
|
Email this page to a friend
