How to Take Turmeric for Inflammation

Not only is turmeric known for its vibrant yellow colour, pungent taste, or its frequent appearance in various Asian recipes, it carries an impressive number of benefits especially anti-inflammatory properties. Its popularity has increased amongst those who suffer from such conditions and complaints such as.

• Joint pain
• Arthritis
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Kidney problems
• Heartburn
• Colitis

The spice is a highly effective and fast acting at benefiting the body and improving your general health. In today’s blog post we will be looking into how turmeric can help reduce inflammation. So, stick around if you are wanting to find out more about how this clever spice will help address a number of concerns. If you wanted to know more about the benefits of turmeric, check out our dedicated blog post, “What are the benefits of turmeric?”

What’s the best way to take turmeric for inflammation?

It’s thought that the most potent part of the spice is the extracts of curcumin found in turmeric. Because of this it is highly beneficial to include the spice into your diet as much as possible with 1,900 to 2,375mg of curcumin being the optimal amount.

If adding turmeric into your diet is something you may find difficult, choosing a supplement will be the next best thing. You will also find that turmeric is difficult for the body to absorb into the body which is why many supplement blends contain black pepper as this helps the spice to work its way into the body effectively.

There are many ways you can incorporate the spice into your routine, this makes it super easy to decide which would work best for you. Many experts tend to lean towards taking turmeric supplements in liquid form as a health shot, but this can often be tricky for some. Powder or capsule forms will still deliver impressive results and help reduce any inflammation. We’ll go into more detail about the best way of taking turmeric in the next section of today’s blog, but if you are still wondering how to take turmeric, check out our dedicated blog post.

What is the best way to take turmeric?

As I have already mentioned, many consider the best way of taking turmeric is in liquid form. This can either be blended with other beneficial ingredients such as fresh ginger or wheatgrass or mixed into a popular turmeric latte. The reason it is preferred to have the vitamin/supplement of turmeric taken in liquid form is simply because it takes the body a little longer to break down solid than liquid.

How long does it take for turmeric to stop inflammation?

This depends on your body mass and your general health and wellbeing. Generally speaking, those who introduce turmeric into their routine can expect to see improvement and reduction in inflammations after about 4-8 weeks. This can be thought best for internal inflammations, such as arthritis or external inflammations, such as breakouts and flare-up in acne. Consistency is key so remembering to have your daily turmeric intake is important to really reap the rewards of this impressive spice and all the benefits its carries.

You’ll find that not only the body, but your mind and mood will improve leaving you feeling happier, healthier, and the best version of yourself.

If you find you have exceeded 8 weeks and found there has been no reduction in inflammation it is best to consult with a doctor or medical professional as it may require you to find other methods of treating the inflammation.

When should I take turmeric morning or night?

This depends on the type of turmeric product you are using and how severe the concerns you have are. Believe it or not, turmeric is a supplement that can be used any time throughout the day, it boils down to personal preference. For many they prefer to start their mornings by having their turmeric, especially if they are fans of having turmeric enriched shots. As for others, some find that having a turmeric latte using milk, aromatic spices, and correct dosage of curcumin before bed is the perfect way of combating any inflammations that have occurred throughout the day.

The final option is to have it with a meal of your choice throughout the day, this will not only help the turmeric to absorb into the body quickly and effectively but will also become a helpful reminder to keep on top of your daily intake.

How should I take turmeric daily?

Although there are no clear evidence about how effective turmeric and curcumin are at benefiting the body and skin, there are several studies showing of specific amounts of curcumin can improve certain concerns. When it comes to knowing what the correct amount of dosage is for the body and treating certain concerns, such as itchy skin and high cholesterol, it is thought that 500-2,000 mg of turmeric per day delivers optimal results.

One important factor to remember is how your diet can alter the results you can achieve, by this I mean if you diet consists of a lot of Asian foods, particularly Indian as the spice turmeric is used a great deal in the various delicious recipes. This shouldn’t have too much impact on the performance of your supplement, but it is something to remain mindful of as too much turmeric can lead to an increased chance of developing kidney stones.

Does turmeric really reduce inflammation?

It’s not really turmeric that reduces inflammations, but it is in fact the extract, curcumin, found in the spice that contains the anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin is a high performing extract that can combat several health conditions, such as arthritis. This condition in particular is known for its increased pain when there is a lot more movement of the joints. Curcumin can reduce the inflamed joints and areas easing the pain and making movement easier and comfortable for whoever is suffering. As I have already mentioned, ensure you are feeling truly confident about introducing turmeric supplements into your routine after speaking with your GP or trained, medical professional.

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