1. OUR KITCHEN - OUR PHARMACY
TURMERIC-QUEEN OF SPICES
Dr.N.K.Dutta
DNM®
- Doctorate of Natural Medicine®
Member Examining Board of Natural Medicine Practitioners Canada™
Member NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association)
PhD(AM),MD(AM),DNYT,AVR,PHARMACIST(Ayurved)
DIPLOMA-NATURAL HEALTH CONSULTANT,DIPLOMA IN HERBS FOR HEALTH
Contact Info:6047224958 www.ayurvediccure.co
Our kitchen is full of medicines.All the herbs and spices which we use in our food are
medicines.Turmeric is one of them. Turmeric also known as Curcuma longa is considered as
QUEEN OF SPICES.Turmeric is antioxidant,antiseptic, anti funguL, anti inflammatory,anti
alzheimer and anti carcinogenic.It is loaded with nutritional values of protein, iron, calcium,
fiber, sodium, copper, potassium, zinc, magnesium and vitamins C, E and K.Its very usefull in
urinary infection, toothache,skin problem, chest pain, menstrual pain, arthritis, liver disorder,
chest pain, diabetes, cholesterol,Alzheimer’s disease and even cancer. It has been used in India
for thousands of years as a spice in kitchen and medicinal herb in Ayurveda.Let us we look at
benefits of turmeric
*Its anti-septic and anti-bacterial effectiveness helps repair cuts, bruises, wounds, acne or other
skin damages.Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent. If you have a cut or burn,
you can sprinkle turmeric powder on the affected area to speed up the healing process.
Turmeric also helps repair damaged skin and may be used to treat psoriasis and other
inflammatory skin conditions.
*We can stimulate our immune system with turmeric. It contains anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and
anti-viral substances that minimalize your chances of cold, flu and cough. Turmeric contains a
substance known as lipopolysaccharide, which helps stimulate the body’s immune system,A
strong immune system lessens the chance of suffering from colds, flu and coughs. If you do get
a cold, a cough or the flu, you can feel better sooner by mixing one teaspoon of turmeric
powder in a glass of warm milk and drinking it once daily.
*Turmeric detoxify the liver, and reduces the toxins in the body. Just a tea-spoon of turmeric in
your curry, milk or salads can improve your blood circulation and promote good liver health.
*Frequent use of turmeric lowers the risk of breast, prostate, colon or lung cancer. Its medicinal
value inhibits the size and growth of cancer cells and tumors to a large extent.
*Turmeric ingredients help in stimulating the gallbladder, which in itself improves your
digestion level.
*Anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of turmeric relieve joint inflammation and pain,
especially experienced by patients with arthritis. Regular use of the condiment dramatically
helps to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Its helpful in both osteoarthritis
and rheumatoid arthritis. It has been found that those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis who
consume turmeric on a regular basis experience much relief from the moderate to mild joint

2. pains as well as joint inflammation.
*Turmeric increases liver’s ability to lower the bad cholesterol from the body, thus protecting
against cardiovascular diseases.
*Turmeric’s anti glycaemic property helps in proper functioning of the pancreas and lowering
the blood sugar levels. It also helps to regulate and balance insulin levels and prevent
development of insulin resistance in the body thereby helping to treat diabetes effectively.
*Turmeric is also known for its age old benefits and positive effects on the body. It slows down
your aging process the natural way.
*Turmeric can help prevent prostate cancer, stop the growth of existing prostate cancer. It also
has a preventive effect against tumor.
We can enjoy the benefits of turmeric by using it in your daily cooking. As a natural immunity
booster turmeric plays a vital role in helping us sustain a strong immune system, thereby
resulting in good health and well being.
Dr.N.K.Dutta is Surrey BC based Ayurvedic Practitioner having more than 30 years of experience
in treating common and chronic diseases with the help of Ayurvedic medicines having no side
effects during or after the treatment.
*Please note that supplements should be taken under the guidance of a health
professional.Please consult your Doctor before taking any supplements.Do’t substitute
supplements as medicine and before taking please make sure you are not allergic to any of its
ingredients.