Terrific Turmeric

Benefits

If you have any inflammation in the body you should be consuming turmeric daily. It is one of the best spices to help reduce inflammation, helping reduce the discomfort of arthritis. According to UCLA researchers turmeric can actually prevent certain types of cancer as well, especially head and neck cancers.

How to Choose and Keep

Turmeric is generally found as a powder. Make sure it is in a glass jar and store in a cool dark place.

Preparation

Please be careful when cooking with turmeric, as it stains clothes easily. Great ways to use turmeric is in curries. If you do not want to try out curries you can use the spice in a stir-fry. Turmeric in egg salad also adds flavor and nutrient content. Try sautéed cauliflower rubbed with turmeric with some olive oil, salt and pepper for an amazing healthy dish.

Nutrients

Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B6, Fiber, and Potassium

Action Steps

1. Grab some turmeric and add whenever you can to dishes.

2. Try out the egg salad.

3. The cauliflower dish is amazing! Try it out!

(Resources: O Magazine, www.whfoods.com)

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