Hello friends and brothers of steemchurch, farms, today we will talk about a tuber with a range of properties for health, and that is commonly used as a species.
Turmeric is a spice that was consumed in India for more than 500 years before Christ. It was also used as a vegetable dye for certain textiles.
Turmeric is a plant used as a spice in the kitchen, whose yellow color does not go unnoticed and gives its tone to mustard. But turmeric not only has its function in the kitchen, but it is also used as a natural medicine for thousands of years for its anti-inflammatory properties.
When is planting / planting?
It is a kind of tropical climates. It is convenient to plant the rhizomes from the end of winter until the beginning of spring.
How are they planted?
The rhizomes are planted. One by one every 25 centimeters.
How much space?
As it is a plant that is grown for its rhizomes, it is important that it has depth to develop.
Water needs
Water a couple of times a week during growth and quite a lot during its development as it is a tropical plant.
Type of land
It needs soil that drains. Well-fertilized land.
Light
If your area is less tropical you will need more light and if your area is tropical you will need half a day of light.
Special cares
It does not stand frost. It must be well paid.
When is it harvested?
It takes several months, like 9 or 10 months after being planted. After the leaves fall, it can be harvested. It is usually by Autumn.
Plagues and diseases
It is not usually affected by pests and diseases.
It has been shown that turmeric contains a high index of iron, sodium, magnesium, potassium and zinc. Therefore, it has been proven that the consumption of this spice is very beneficial for health, in various aspects. Below we will discuss some of the most important ones so that you can be encouraged to include some more turmeric in your diet.
Benefits of turmeric
Fight heartburn
Turmeric acts as a stomach tonic that stimulates the secretions of gastric and pancreatic juice, thereby facilitating digestion. However, it is recommended for those who suffer from dyspepsia, slow digestion, chronic gastritis or lack of appetite. The recommended dose is 500 mg powder, 4 times a day, although you can also fill empty capsules.
Helps to release gases
Being carminative, turmeric helps to expel gas from the intestine. It also serves to relieve colic, thanks to components such as eugenol. It is known that this spice is good for those who suffer from stomach atony, flatulence and acid dyspepsia.
It benefits the liver
Turmeric has very good effects as a liver protector and tonic for the gallbladder. Helps to eliminate bile stones, is anti-inflammatory and allows both drainage of the liver and emptying of the gallbladder.
It is recommended to consume in cases of: cirrhosis, jaundice, liver diseases or disorders in the gallbladder. To take advantage of these properties, boil a liter of water with 20 grams of turmeric powder and let stand 12 hours. Filter with a cloth and drink several times a day.
Relieves arthritis
Turmeric patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, as well as those suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, can take advantage of the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric.
Protect the heart
Its components help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides. In addition to eating a healthier diet, eating more fruits and leaving out the fried and fat, doctors advise seasoning with turmeric to prevent cardiovascular problems and diseases, such as heart attacks.
It is antimicrobial
Research says that this spice offers its active ingredients that help eliminate microbes, preventing wounds from becoming infected, for example. It is excellent for treating salmonella because of its antifungal activity and its ability to eliminate gram-positive batteries.
Precautions in the use of turmeric
The consumption of turmeric is contraindicated for pregnant or lactating women, because it can put at risk the health of the baby. It is also not allowed in patients with gallbladder problems, in people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) because it can cause more discomfort and in those who have just undergone surgery, since it slows down blood clotting.
