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How to Take Turmeric
Posted by 11185d (Jerusalem, Israel) on 10/12/2011
Hello! I drink turmeric all day long, mixed with water and apple cider vinegar.
I'd like to know how I can create a concentrated turmeric substance so that I do not have to consume as much product/have a more potent substance that I can use. Any ideas? Thanks!
Fresh Turmeric Vs. Powdered
Posted by Kerrstarr (Walnut Creek, Ca, Usa) on 09/07/2011
HI. I notice everyone talking about using turmeric powder, but I'm really
curious about using fresh turmeric.
Is there better bio-availability from fresh? If so,
how much fresh should I use compared with powdered herb?
I guess this question leads me into other questions about herbs as well. My intuition tells me that I'm generally better off using fresh if and when I can. Am I correct in thinking this?
Also, I get that some herbs are not necessarily water soluble, so would be more effective in a carrier medium. I'm not opposed to making my own tinctures. I'm guessing that with fresh herbs, the oil/water solubility thing is less of an issue. But in the use of dried, how do I determine which herbs are better used as a tea, and which as a tincture? I realize that this is a pretty big question, and maybe I should have broken it down into 3 or 4.... Does anyone know where to find this type of information, other than years and years of study?
(I'm having terrible allergies after relocating form across the country to a totally different climate, and kind of wanted a quick answer about turmeric, but this leads into my general questions about herbs, so I had to ask....)
Thanks!
Fresh Turmeric Vs. Powdered
Posted by Rob (Manhattan, Ny) on 09/07/2011
There seems to be a growing consensus that Turmeric is generally poorly absorbed and that added Piperine (black pepper) enhances it's absorption. We're seeing more Turmeric products with this addition.
In terms of flavor and cooking, fresh Turmeric and Ginger both possess large differences over the dried versions... With Fresh often preferred for it's more complex flavor. I don't know if the therapeutic value is any greater... the general rule for Turmeric is 1/2 tsp dried for 1 inch of the fresh root or 1tsp fresh minced root.
Fresh Turmeric Vs. Powdered
Posted by Ollytempe (Px, Arizona) on 11/21/2011
Kerrstarr- It is all relative to each individual herb. Some herb contain the desired constituents when fresh and others when dried. As far as solubility, this depends on the chemical profile of the herb and which constituents you desire to extract. Different menstruums (carriers) may include water, alcohol, oil, and glycerite.
When preparing Turmeric, water and alcohol are suitable menstruums. Dried is the traditional way its used but some recent companies do tincture (alcohol) it fresh at 45% alcohol at a ratio of 1:1. I could not find a reference to the ethanol percentage used when tincturing dry but from the looks of it i'd say anywhere from 30-40% would be suitable at a ratio of 1:2 (Alcohol:herb). Turmeric may also be used in a decoction (boiling herb in water).
When studying herbs it is best to buy books from trusted herbalist and study one herb at a time. Each is unique in its own way.
-Daniel, Herbalist
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Anndee (Mumbai, India) on 06/19/2012
I too have been facing the same problem. Today is my second day of having turmeric in warm water and I find the side of my tongue is hurting due to an ulcer. I am having turmeric to cure the recurring boil problem that I have been having since last two years.. I have one painful boil each month and it takes 10-12 days to go away completely, just to come up again, in and around the same area, the next month.. Please help!!!
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Baldev (Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) on 06/20/2012 180 posts
Hi Deepthi and Anndee, what I find is that you are taking Turmeric in the raw form, so surely it will give you the reaction what you are having. Please try taking it with the food, for example you can have even one table spoon of it in your Oats breakfast. While cooking your oats you can put a banana, turmeric and after it is cooked you can put some honey. It will not give you any reaction. Baldev
Wounds
Posted by Honora (Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand) on 05/18/2011
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I read a reference to a problem with a wound that wouldn't heal. The woman used grated turmeric applied as a poultice and the wound finally healed.
Sandy's Turmeric Compilation
Posted by Gerry (Australia) on 08/09/2024
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You can also add that Turmeric brings much relief from nausea, even better, for it is longer lasting, than Ginger.
Melanoma
Posted by Kevin B. (Australia) on 06/30/2016
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I grind fresh home grown turmeric and eat about 20 grams a day. I also have malignant melanoma throughout my body. Turmeric is not stopping the spread of this disease. It may have some benefits but removal of my cancer is very questionable at least.
Melanoma
Posted by Anne (CA) on 08/15/2024
Stop - this post is absolute madness. Site and link this new evidence you're referencing. Ivermectin and turmeric don't cure cancer. Your post is actually harmful and should be removed for deep misinformation.
Melanoma
Posted by Gerry (Australia) on 09/05/2024
Fatigue
Posted by Gean (Salina, KS) on 06/13/2009
I had the same experience, and so did two other people I know. For a few days (3 or 4) I felt great with only a few hours of sleep, and then I started to feel unwell and confused. My friend became irritable and emotional. I had to cut way down on the turmeric dosage. It must work as a stimulant, maybe. I started going up on the dosage again, and then when it started to keep me up at night (or wake me up at odd hours) I would take a break from it. Experiment to see how much you can take without losing sleep. Believe me, it will catch up with you.
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Sam (Atlantic City, NJ) on 07/09/2008
I drank turmeric powder 1 tsp in warm water 3xday & applying turmeric paste made with the powder & water at nite for 2 days then broke out with petechiae which is red spots caused by bleeding of superficial blood vessels!!! as a nurse i did more researach & found out turmeric can thin blood & therefore cause bleeding. you should alert people of this dangerous side effect...some people are on blood thinners & they can be harmed.
Cystic Acne
Posted by Stephanie (Rancho Cucamonga, CA) on 04/17/2008
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Turmeric for Cystic Acne. I have had cystic acne on my face for years and have spent thousands of dollars on acne medicine that doesn't work. I finally came upon Turmeric and so far, so good. I apply it to my acne as a paste. I mix Turmeric spice and unrefined sesame oil till it makes a paste. I have been leaving it on for an hour or more a day for the last 3 days. I immediately noticed that the acne comes to the surface and begins to drain and has reduced in size considerably. I am only on day three and had about 7-8 fairly large cystic acne on my face. It is clearing nicely and I will update as to the finished results. Turmeric does turn everything yellow, including your skin. The yellowing of the skin will go away with washing. However, traces of turmeric will be left on your face and will stain pillowcases, sheets, clothing, sinks, and countertops.
Cysts/MRSA
Posted by Diane (Jacksonville, FL) on 11/16/2007
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Feeling it was worth a try... i gave 1 capsule every other day with one tablespoon of peanut butter to my Lhasa Apso. She had a lump that the vet wanted $200. to biopsy. Within one week, the lump came to the surface and drained. It was sooo gross and smelly. But it is gone! I will continue to watch her and report any post symptoms. This is pretty incredible!
Boils
Posted by Aaron (Cape Coral, Florida) on 06/21/2007
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I tried the TURMERIC remedy for boils about 4 days ago, initially with little hope it would work, but in a state of desperation, since this was my THIRD boil in less than 6 weeks, and I had 2 more starting! I went out as soon as I finished reading all of the testimonials on your site, and bought a bottle of Turmeric capsules from my local GNC. That night I took three 500mg caps with dinner, and another 4 capsules before going to bed. (If a teaspoon is good, a tablespoon is better!) The next morning the boil on my stomach, which was a dark purple golf ball radiating excruciating pain the night before, was now a light purple golf ball that was starting to drain, and the pain had gone down by 80 to 90%!
In addition, one of the new boils that was just starting, (a tiny painful pimple,) started to heal, and the other one, slightly larger, while it didn't go away, it stopped growing, and with 72 hours it too drained (really like a normal pimple, only thicker discharge and more painful.)
It's now been about 4 days, and while the large boil is still draining (the core came out yesterday) and is still very tender, it is healing and no other boils are starting.
BUT! The big BONUS is this: The arthritis in my shoulder that I've been suffering with for the last year, is gone, and even more exciting, I have been dealing with Heal Spurs (Plantar Fasciitis) for about 2 years, and have been suffering TREMENDOUS pain in my foot, every day, all day.
Within 24 hours of taking the Turmeric, my feet have COMPLETELY stopped hurting!!!I plan to continue taking at least one capsule a day indefinitely as a preventative for recurring boils, and as an apparent remedy for my Heal Spurs!!! The real miracle here is that I don't even believe in natural remedies! Thanks so much for the great advice!!!
EC: Read much more about turmeric and boils here.
Cysts/MRSA
Posted by Chris (Atlanta, GA) on 02/18/2007
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After a long history of cysts infections around dead teeth in my upper jaw and several surgeries I have finally found my cure THANKS to your great site. Thursday morning my cyst got infected awfully, read about turmeric here on friday and started taking two caps right away. next morning the pain was gone except for pain when i would pressure the area. Today, Sunday, even that pain is almost completely gone and i feel like a new person! still taking 2 turmerics a day, will go down to one for the next 4 days or so and see. special thanks to FRAN
Cold and Flu
Posted by Anna (USA) on 05/11/2006
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1 tsp of turmeric cured my cough. 1 tsp of turmeric, 1 tbsp of honey mixed into a glass of warm milk. drink warm or hot. I am reliving all that I learnt as a child in India after reading material on your site.Thanks!
Inflammation
Posted by Rose (England)
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I use turmeric, it works like magic for me - I have Crohn's disease, and finds it helps ease inflammation. All the anti-inflammatory pills that the doctor gave me only made me MUCH worse. Turmeric helps stop the 'loose stools'.
Inflammation
Posted by Frances (Tx) on 02/28/2017
I think my elderly mom (87), may be suffering from that. I plan to start adding turmeric to her diet & teas.
Essential Thrombocythemia
Posted by Beate (Brisbane ) on 02/11/2018
Thank you for this information Jane:-) I was diagnosed with ET in November and have been looking into differing natural ways to combat the symptoms. I have been takingTurmeric only 1 capsule twice per day. I will increase my intake after reading your post. Can I ask how high your platelet count was and what it got to taking turmeric? Thank you :-)
How to Take Turmeric
Posted by Susan (USA)
RECIPE FOR RELIEVING JOINT PAIN
Gurudev Khar Khalsa, a Sat Nam Rasayan healer and Kundalini Yoga teacher in Los Angeles sent us this Ayurvedic tea for lubricating the joints. Gurudev tells us that the almond oil is a very important part of this recipe. Turmeric is called "the internal healer" in Ayurveda. Turmeric is also a blood purifier and is best known for its ability to help the female reproductive organs. Some research indicates that turmeric may be of value in preventing diabetes and cancer.
Recipe:
1/8 teaspoon turmeric, 3 cardamom pods (optional), 1/4 cup water. Simmer 5 to 7 minutes, then add : 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons almond oil (cold pressed). Bring just to the boiling point (but do not boil). Add honey or maple syrup to taste. Sip slowly as a hot tea.
How to Take Turmeric
Posted by Faye (Sparta, NC) on 04/22/2011
I am interested in trying tumeric tea for joint pain and have a question. Can this tea be made ahead as instructed and then reheated to a simmer in the microwave or would that destroy some of the properties of the components. Also, how often do you recommend that this be taken? Thank you.
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Lynn (California) on 08/09/2018
Every time I try to use Turmeric, within a week I end up with nose bleeds. I know that bleeding is a side effect but wondered if there was any way thing I could do or take to avoid the nosebleeds as I want to be able to use it for a bad case of Folliculitis. If not, is there something else I could use in its place for Staph Infected Folliculitis? Thank you all!
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Ginger (North Canton, Ohio) on 12/04/2016
Here's a question for those that might know: I started taking turmeric tablets about 6 weeks ago with wonderful anti-inflammatory results. Over the last few days I have stopped because my gallbladder flared up and my research seemed to indicate that turmeric could be the cause. I see that it is actually recommended to help gallbladder issues... How do I use it for the best result? I don't want to "dose" myself into surgery but I would love not having the inflammation...
Turmeric Side Effects
Posted by Maya (Florida) on 11/19/2016
I've been taking Turmeric root for 5 years, and love the benefits. Suddenly, I became allergic to it. It gave me Hay fever, and it stop once I stop taking Turmeric. What else is out there that have the same benefits as Turmeric root?
How to Take Turmeric
Posted by Anon (Anon) on 06/09/2017
Try spicy curry powder, or basil, garlic powder, and cheese in scrambled eggs.
How to Take Turmeric
Posted by Minnie (Toronto, On) on 10/18/2014
I have been trying different ways of taking the turmeric and today tried mixing it into a paste of turmeric, black pepper and a little olive oil. I spread it on Triscuits and found it very good. Am I missing anything important doing it this way???
How to Take Turmeric
Posted by Kari (New York, Ny) on 10/18/2014
That sounds very yummy and is an effective way to take turmeric powder! I am going to try it on a rice cracker.
