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Turmeric and curcumin: The power root

Turmeric originates from Southeast Asia and India. It belongs to the ginger family and is obtained from the root of Curcuma longa . Due to its yellowish color, turmeric is also called yellow root, yellow ginger, or saffron root. The curcuminoids it contains give curry its characteristic yellow color.

 Curcuminoid

Turmeric uses: What is turmeric good for?

Turmeric is available as a powder or in capsule form . The secondary plant compound curcumin is the main component of the yellow spice, to which many beneficial properties are attributed.

Our KumaFit contains 300 mg of turmeric powder and approximately 189.5 mg of high-quality turmeric extract, of which 180 mg is curcumin. Additionally, the dietary supplement contains approximately 142 mg of quercetin, a secondary plant compound that can increase the bioavailability of turmeric and is used to combat oxidative stress.

Curcumin

INFO: Since turmeric can impair iron absorption, separate intake is recommended.

Turmeric and side effects

In small doses, turmeric is generally well-tolerated and highly recommended . Large quantities of the yellow spice can cause the following side effects:

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Flatulence
  • Skin reactions
  • increased risk of bleeding

  • dry oral mucosa

Turmeric recipes

Turmeric can be used in a variety of ways in the kitchen . For preparing food and drinks, it is recommended to use turmeric powder or freshly grated turmeric root. The aromatic, slightly bitter, minimally spicy, and simultaneously sweet root can be enjoyed in various forms, such as turmeric milk or ginger turmeric shots.

Turmeric milk

To make turmeric milk, also known as turmeric latte or golden milk , the following foods are put into the blender:

  • 300 ml plant milk (1)
  • 1 tbsp turmeric powder
  • 1 piece of ginger
  • ½ tsp coconut oil
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon

  • 1 tsp agave syrup or dates for sweetening

Ginger Turmeric Shot

A ginger turmeric shot can also be prepared with a low histamine content , for example with these ingredients:

  • 3 raw broccoli florets
  • 3 fresh peppermint leaves
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp psyllium husks
  • 1 tsp spirulina powder
  • 1 piece of ginger (1)
  • a few leaves of lamb's lettuce
  • 100 ml water

  • 2 apples

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