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Turmeric, Anyone Tried It?
I was wondering if it has any effect as an anti-inflammatory.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.I have heard and read many claims about the positives effects of tumeric over the past ten years but I have my doubts.
However, there is no suggestion that it can do harm so it might be worth trying for a few months.
Tumeric is a very common ingredient in food in India but the Indian Times reports:
"Our country is seeing an epidemic of arthritis, and its incidence in the Indian population is believed to be much higher than what is found in Western nations."
Turmeric spice would need to be consumed in large quantities to be effective. What is effective is curcumin, which is a concentrated extract.
I've been doing a fair amount of research recently so have learned a bit. I started taking the extract in capsule form earlier this year...I did get some relief but I didn't stick with it. I never took the full dose.
I resumed it a month or so ago, and after reading about the different, more effective forms that have been developed, have invested in what may be a more effective type. Due from Amazon later today in fact.
I'm well aware that what works for one person may not help another.