What Americans have found in turmeric and why they drink it
'07.04.2018'
Source: The Daily Mail
Is turmeric really a miracle cure? Experts explain how appropriate the current fashion for using turmeric as a magical remedy for migraine headaches is.
According to The Daily MailA staple in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisine for thousands of years, turmeric has become extremely popular in recent years in America and Europe for its many health benefits, from lowering the risk of heart disease to improving skin condition.
Turmeric is considered to be a headache reliever because its active ingredient curcumin is indeed anti-inflammatory and a powerful antioxidant. Migraines, which are characterized by a throbbing headache, are a serious problem, as there is still no adequate treatment, as well as the exact cause of their occurrence.
Nutritionist Vanessa Rissetto believes that curcumin is quite capable of affecting these pains:
“Based on the anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin, it can be concluded that turmeric may be beneficial in preventing migraines. But more research is needed for an unambiguous statement, ”says the specialist.
To get an anti-inflammatory effect, a person needs 400-600 mg curcumin or 3 teaspoons per day. For most, this is too much of a dose. In addition, research conducted in this regard is highly controversial. In 2017, experts from Minnesota concluded that the benefits of curcumin are limited because the body is not in a hurry to absorb it. But in the same year, specialists from Iran discovered that a combination of curcumin and omega-3 fatty acids reduces the development of factors that affect nerve endings, inflammation and pain. However, as scientists say, this does not mean that turmeric will act in the same way.
“Even the best brands of turmeric contain the milligrams of curcumin indicated on the packaging. Therefore, it is better not to buy turmeric, but special supplements containing curcumin, ”says nutritionist Lauren Greene from Los Angeles.
Green uses such supplements as a preventative measure for patients who experience 14 and less migraines per month. In addition, the doctor believes that curcumin improves brain function, reduces the risk of developing its diseases (for example, Alzheimer's disease).
Important: not all people tolerate spices and seasonings well, so before adding turmeric in your diet or supplements containing curcumin, consult your doctor.
