by
Stepy —
October 10, 2018
- Turmeric, also known as the “Indian solid gold” gets its nickname not only because of its gold color, but for the fact that it is worth its weight in gold when it comes to health benefits.
- Turmeric remains one the most researched plants in the world.
- Its medicinal properties have been the subject of over 6000 peer-reviewed and published biomedical studies.
- It is armed with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which fight diseases like Alzheimer’s and common cancer.
- The skin healing properties of turmeric are starting to become noticed, and is even recommended on Dr. Oz for a healthy, beautiful skin.
- Protection from ultraviolet rays:
- A recent animal study from the Ehime University in Japan shows that extracts from turmeric may help protect the skin from ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation.
- The study was performed on hairless mice. The mice were exposed to UVB rays and were treated with turmeric extract.
- The turmeric helped reduce skin elasticity that was caused by exposure to the UVB rays, and the researchers also observed an increase in skin thickness, decrease in wrinkles, and a decrease in the length and diameter of blood vessels.
- Helps heal skin damaged from UVB rays:
- Turmeric was also tested topically in botanical creams to see if it was effective in treating skin damage from UVB rays. The Indian study showed that turmeric cream was found to increase skin hydration when it was compared to standard creams. Turmeric also helped increase the production of sebum, an oily secretion from the sebaceous glands that helps lubricate and hydrate the skin. The study concluded that because of these benefits, turmeric extract may be beneficial in photo protective products in the future.
- For a natural turmeric skin brightener.
- New study shows turmeric kills multiple myeloma cells.
- Note: None of the information in our website is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. The content on our website is for educational purposes only.
- REFERENCES:
- 1. “Turmeric Improves Skin Health, Protects from UVB Radiation Damage and Aging, Concludes Japanese Study.” Natural News. Natural News, 14 Nov. 2013. Web. 17 Mar. 2014.
- 2. “Topical Vesicular Formulations of Curcuma Longa Extract on Recuperating the Ultraviolet Radiation-damaged Skin.” National Center for Biotechnology Information. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, n.d. Web. 17 Mar. 2014.
- 3. “Effects of a Turmeric Extract (Curcuma Longa) on Chronic Ultraviolet B Irradiation-induced Skin Damage in Melanin-possessing Hairless Mice.” National Center for Biotechnology Information. Phytomedicine, Dec. 2009. Web. 17 Mar. 2014.
- 4. “Turmeric: The Golden Spice of Life for Better Health.” The Oz Blog. N.p., 13 Nov. 2012. Web. 17 Mar. 2014.
