Turmeric is one of the most discussed herbs among people who put a priority on their health and wellness. Its popularity didn’t come out of the blue. Turmeric is commonly grown and consumed as a food and medicine in India and surrounding regions, and is one of the most important vegetable medicines in the Ayurvedic […]
Detoxification can be a great way to push reset on your body and mind. The promise is that by following a detoxification program you can remove foreign materials and waste from the body that might have been building up for months or even an entire lifetime. But is detoxification right for you? For some people, […]
Turmeric is a versatile, flavorful, and nutritious spice that adds color to your dishes and is also good for you. You’re probably familiar with turmeric if you enjoy curry sauce or you’re taking your daily turmeric supplement. While great in entrees and as a supplement, it’s not often that people think about turmeric as an […]
Many people have strong reactions to the spicy taste profile of ginger root, but what about turmeric root? While turmeric doesn’t have quite the shocking flavor profile as its cousin, internationally it is a very common culinary spice. Some curry lovers might not be aware that their favorite dish wouldn’t be possible without turmeric. However, […]
If you follow the medical media (or have more than 100 friends on Facebook), you may have seen some lofty claims about turmeric powder benefits. You’ve also probably seen people making the complete opposite conclusion, claiming that turmeric has no medical value whatsoever, full stop. It’s hard to find good information about medicinal foods in […]
“Turmeric looks like an ugly cousin of ginger.†At least that’s how Ellen Brown, founding food editor of USA Today, once described the plant in an article in the Providence Journal. Though turmeric itself might not be as worthy of still-life art as perfectly shaped pineapples, pears, and persimmons, turmeric root recipes can be just […]
The word “golden†probably brings some positive and shiny images to mind when you hear it – success, victory, wealth. But does it also bring to mind the beautiful image of living a healthy lifestyle? If you’re a fan of “golden milk†– or turmeric root tea – then it certainly does. Find out more […]
Let us ease your mind a bit. As with any dietary supplement, there are right ways to take turmeric root that could best benefit your health. In this blog post, we review things to keep in mind to limit any potential turmeric root side effects. Read on to learn more. (more…)
You may think adding turmeric root to your healthy lifestyle and diet can only be done by taking a simple capsule twice a day, but that’s certainly not the case. You can add it to skin compresses, foods and drinks in a variety of ways, all while reaping the reported health benefits. Read on to […]
While we’re sad that the season of cozy unicorn lattes and turmeric hot chocolate is coming to a close, supporting gut health this spring with delicious beverages is just as important. We’re always looking for new ways to get the nutrients our bodies need, and these gut healthy drinks are ideal for warmer weather. (more…)
