Benefits of Turmeric and How I Incorporate it into My Life

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As a busy mother, I know you are constantly being hit with “the latest, greatest, best-est (I know that’s not a word) thing out there. We are told great reasons why we should throw our money, time and energy behind the latest fad if we are “good mothers”. You might have heard a lot of things about turmeric lately so I’m going to explain what it is, how it is good for you and give you a few recipes as well.

healthy spicesTurmeric is more than just curry.

 
Turmeric, with its vivid orange flesh and slightly peppery bite, originated in southern Asia and is a member of the ginger family. While it is the main ingredient in curry, there is so much more to this spice than its great taste.
 

More Turmeric, Less Inflammation

 
While turmeric has many beneficial properties, one of the most powerful is the ability to reduce inflammation. Turmeric contains the compound curcumin which is proven to be a power anti-inflammatory. Disorders such as arthritis and chronic pain can be the result of inflammation.
 

Pepper Makes it Better!

 
Adding fresh, dried or ground rhizome to your tea, smoothie or beverage is a wonderful way to reap the benefits of this amazing plant. You will often notice recipes utilizing turmeric will also call for a dash of pepper as well. Black pepper contains piperine which increases the absorption and effects of turmeric. Now would be a great time to mention turmeric may stain plastic blenders/containers and countertops. 
 

Time to Totally Try Turmeric

 
Check out these recipes:
Turmeric Tea Golden Milk recipe from the Wellness Mama.
 
Orange Turmeric Smoothie by Kimberly Snyder
 
Ganesha Sweet Potatoes inspired by Kimberly Snyder’s book The Beauty Detox Solution.
 
 
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Micah Cook
Micah Cook is an American Council on Exercise (ACE) certified Group Fitness Instructor and the founder of The Sweat Suite, LLC - a fitness lifestyle brand. When she's not helping her classes shred body fat while gaining muscle she is creating meal plans and sampling healthy recipes. Fitness has always been important to Micah but it was not until October 2015 when she left her 11 year career as a Medicaid Health Systems Administrator for the Ohio Department of Medicaid that she decided to pursue it full time. Micah has a B.A. in Political Science from The Ohio State University and a M.A. in Political Science and Survey Research Methodology from the University of Cincinnati. When she is not working out she enjoys napping, wine, pizza and online shopping. Family is everything to Micah. She is married and has a stepson in college as well as six years old and three years old sons. Her fitness motto is "strength,stamina and sculpted supersedes skinny". The Sweat Suite www.facebook.com/thesweatsuite #thesweatsuite