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12 Uses for Turmeric + Benefits [Infographic]

12 Uses for Turmeric + Benefits [Infographic] | ecogreenlove

Curcuma longa or the famous Turmeric is best known these days. From being an ancient medicinal rhizome it has now risen to become one of the most famous herbs in the pharmaceutical region.

It has been a demand in the market for quite a long time now. It is used by a lot of people worldwide. It is very accessible and has many health benefits.

It is well known as an antioxidant, however, the benefits this turmeric has is way more than that. Turmeric helps prevent cancer; lowers the risk of brain diseases and improves brain function; eases arthritis; slows down ageing; and even treats depression.

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Turmeric Tea Benefits [Infographic]

Turmeric Tea Benefits [Infographic] | ecogreenlove

Turmeric powder is an often underrated and underused ingredient. While often thought of as little more than a curry powder, it serves at as a brilliant detox agent. But specifically why should you start including it in your diet?

Turmeric is packed full of health benefits. From acting as an anti inflammatory, to boosting liver function, to even helping your skin’s complexion, it’s a powerful little powder.

The best way to enjoy it is as a tea. As unusual as that might sound, when mixed with honey, milk and pepper it’s delicious, and a great option to have regularly as part of any detox or diet.

Enjoy this infographic of why you need to make turmeric tea part of your diet today.

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Ginger & Cinnamon Everyday for Muscle Soreness

Ginger & Cinnamon Everyday for Muscle Soreness | ecogreenlove

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Many well-intentioned workout resolutions have been thwarted by the first signs of sore, stiff muscles in the days following a visit to the gym.  A new study finds that two common kitchen spices help relieve that post-workout muscle pain.

Researchers at Iran’s Isfahan University of Medical Sciences studied the effects of ginger and cinnamon on the muscle pain of 60 fit female competitive Taekwondo players, aged 13-25 years.  The women were divided into three groups. For six weeks, each group took three grams (1 tsp = 4 grams) of either powdered ginger, cinnamon or placebo every day.

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