By Paloma Mairone
Since the pandemic struck the world with a tremor of lightening, we may find ourselves thinking about ways we can prevent illness with more precaution more than ever before. Covid-19 has impacted people’s health, mental health, work, families, and normal reality. Now, the time has come to get back onto the path of normality.
It isn’t a hidden secret that most of us are more anxious than before, and will go to further lengths to keep our immune systems healthy. Better safe than sorry!
Turmeric is a popular and frequently spoken about spice – many blogs and specialists recommend turmeric use as part of a healthy and balanced diet but also as a skincare element. Containing a compound called curcumin, turmeric has numerous health benefits.
Natural anti-inflammatory
Turmeric is touted as an anti-inflammatory, which means it can help with a recovery of infections. It is also an important antioxidant which fights off damaging agents in the body.
I hear what you might be thinking… how do I combine this into my diet? I’ve never cooked with turmeric before, so where do I start?
The good news is that there are various ways to consume turmeric. The spice is very flavoursome when added to rice dishes which is also a good source of protein – great combination.
Cook with your greens, it will add a mild kick to your vegetables fried, boiled or roasted. Soups are another great dish in which you can include turmeric and the quickest way of intaking turmeric is mixing it into a smoothie or a cup of tea. It is also a signature spice in many curries originating from Bangladesh and India.
So I know I’m prolonging the juicy details; so how can it help with your mental state? Well, according to Healthline.com, it has been proven that the compound in turmeric can improve depression and anxiety – something which is hard to overcome when trying to study or keep on top of a daily routine.
“Antioxidants like curcumin rummage free radicals that create inflammation. By reducing oxidative stress, they can also reduce inflammation.” In other words, “It can help relieve symptoms of depression by fighting chronic (long term) inflammation,” the website says.
Skin benefits
Turmeric believe it or not also has cosmetic benefits. Effective through eating in foods, turmeric’s benefits for the skin can also be attained by using it as a face mask.
Skincare Specialist and beautician Josephine Distefano from Hertfordshire says to “mix Greek yogurt, honey and turmeric and apply to the face, leave for 15 minutes then rinse” to improve your skincare regime. “The glow is noticeable after one use,” she added.
So are you feeling under the weather? Or perhaps you aren’t feeling motivated, or have problematic skin? Turmeric could be the way forward with all its benefits and goodness. Turmeric can be bought in any supermarket and prices from 80p- £1.50.
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