So I am sure many of you have heard of the health benefits of turmeric, but did you know that using it in combination with black pepper significantly improves its performance in your body? The reason behind this is that it appears that organic black pepper drastically increases the absorption rate of turmeric. Keep reading to discover three major health issues this combo has helped many people with!
It’s fairly well known that any kind of inflammation is not good for the human body, but it can take a real toll on heart health. Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, has been shown to have both anti-inflammatory as well as anti- thrombotic ( blood clot reduction) effects. What this means is that it can offer some protection against heart failure and enlargement of the heart (hypertrophy). There have even been some reports of lowered blood pressure in some cases.
Turmeric has also been shown to increase the function of cells in the pancreas responsible for stimulating insulin production. As a result, there have been studies that have shown it to decrease blood sugar levels in diabetic patients without the risk of dropping the blood sugar too low. However, it is important to note that this effect of assisting with maintaining normal blood sugar levels has not been observed in non – diabetic people, although it is possible that it may aid in the prevention of diabetes to some extent.
Eliminating Free Radicals
Fighting free radicals in the body is another way turmeric can be helpful for many people. Free radicals, released as the body consumes oxygen, cause what is known as oxidative stress. Over time, oxidative stress can cause things like cancer, rapid aging and can even do damage to DNA.
IMPORTANT TIP: Unless instructed differently by your personal doctor, it is good practice to wait at least four hours after taking any diabetic medication before taking a turmeric supplement of any kind in order to avoid an unsafe drop in blood sugar.
**As always, please consult your doctor prior to implementing any new regimens into your daily routine. Nothing in this article is intended to be medical advice, but is instead shared for informational purposes only. **
