Day Thirty of #30dayscleansingchallenge
All good things must come to an end, and every end is a new beginning. Today is the last day of the #30dayscleansingchallenge and I'm feeling fabulous. But, I will not stop eating healthy and go into a lethargic juncture. Rather I have entered phase where I am craving for healthy food all the time! Of course it is totally natural to be tempted to have junk food once in a while and I would respect my gut instincts and enjoy that moment and then go back to the ‘healthy phase’ because after every indulgence comes the feel of guilt. LOL :P
Let’s brighten things up for summer, shall we? Okay! So, what are we looking at today? I am gonna show you the best wonder of nature. It is beautiful in all its form and also makes us more beautiful. This golden spice rhizome is being used since ancient times in food, colorant, dye and cosmetics. Yeah, you got it— Turmeric.
The plant is absolutely gorgeous and the rhizome is used fresh and also dried and powdered.
How is this the best?
100 grams of turmeric has:
Vitamin C- 26 mg
Vitamin E- 3.1 mg
Vitamin K- 13 mcg
Thiamin- 152 mcg
Riboflavin- 233 mcg
Niacin- 5.1 mg
Vitamin B6- 1.8 mg
Folate- 39 mcg
Choline- 49.2 mg
Betaine- 9.7 mg
Minerals-
Calcium- 183 mg
Iron- 41mg
Magnesium- 193 mg
Phosphorus- 268 mg
Potassium- 2.5 g
Sodium- 38 mg
Zinc- 4.4 mg
Copper- 603 mcg
Manganese- 7.8 mg
Selenium- 4.5 mcg
Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help in inhibiting the inflammation inside the brain, thereby treating and preventing the onset of the neuron-degenerative disease, Alzheimer’s.
Curcumin (active ingredient) can inhibit many molecules known to play major roles in inflammation.
Daily consumption of turmeric inhibits the growth of cancerous cells in the colon, prostate, pancreas, lungs and breast because it gives rise to apoptosis, a process that triggers the self-destruction and elimination of cancerous cells.
A natural agent for avoiding the formation of gallstones or ulcers by stimulating the production of bile in the gallbladder, inducing the bile to dissolve cholesterol and calcium, and improving digestion.
An excellent antibacterial agent which relieves toothaches and prevents it from spreading to the rest of the mouth.
Regulates the thyroid gland and stimulates the health of the nerves.
One of the richest sources of iron, which is necessary for boosting the immune system and inducing red blood cells to build hemoglobin, thereby preventing anemia.
Potassium is essential for regular heart beats, fluid balances in the body, blood pressure regulation and increased muscle energy.
Having said all these incredibility of this marvel, now you would want to consume it. The best way is to make a drink out of it, or lets call it liquid sunshine!
Turmeric powder- 1 teaspoon
Cinnamon- 1/4 teaspoon
Cardamom- 1 pod
Palm sugar- 1 table spoon
Coconut milk- 1/4 cup
Water 1 1/2 cup
Boil water well with turmeric powder, cinnamon powder and cardamom.
Add the palm sugar and dissolve.
Strain this tea and add milk as desired.
Your elixir to beauty and hale is ready! Bottoms up.
Whatever you do or eat, add turmeric tea everyday to be at best health and prevent any diseases. Also use in curries and other dishes. Turmeric also has other cosmetic uses. Make a paste with some turmeric powder, water and green gram, apply for face and wash after sometime to give instant glow! Use as medicine for skin aberrations. The best natural form of remedy for all illnesses.
Welcome summer with brightness inside out!
