Turmeric contains high levels of curcumines, and other substances such as turmerone that we find in its essential oil. It works with curcumin to increase the body's absorbency.
Turmeric Auyrveda:
Reduces surplus in Vata and Kapha. It is warming and improves circulation in the body and is used in auyrveda as a blood cleanser. Along with Aloe juice, it is a very good tone for all women. (Taken in the morning - 2 tablespoons Aloe juice with 1/3 teaspoon turmeric).
Turmeric Dosage:
Dose 2-3g with other food a day. Seen as a health spice!
Recipe Tips
STRENGTHENING MIXTURE
5 tsp Turmeric
6 teaspoons ground Fennel
3 teaspoons ground coriander
3 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
One can take 1 teaspoon of this mixture untreated in eg 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, and then use it for rice and potatoes or in pots etc.