The Health Benefits of Turmeric
By Umar Sallau, MD | November 09, 2022
Turmeric is a spice in the ginger family (Zingiberaceae), and ginger is mentioned in Qur'an 76:17. In his book Prophetic Medicine, Imam Ibn Qayyim mentions a Hadith narrated by Abu Nu'aym from Abu Sa'id Al-Khudri that he was among the recipients of ginger from the Noble Prophet Muhammad (on whom be peace).
Turmeric and the ginger family have been the subject of many studies, and turmeric has been extensively researched for its wide range of wellness benefits for the body and brain.
Curcuminoids are three naturally occurring compounds found in turmeric. Turmeric's primary active component, curcumin, supports a healthy inflammatory response. Oxidative stress is one of the processes associated with aging, and curcumin provides antioxidant support. Curcumin has also been studied for its role in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports the health of neurons, and it may help support memory and concentration.
Curcumin's antioxidant properties support heart health, and its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier has made it a subject of research into healthy brain aging. Curcumin has also been studied for its support of joint comfort and mobility.
References:
Al-Qur'an
Hadith
Imam Ibn Qayyim, The Prophetic Medicine
Dr. Umar Sallau, Get Healthy With Qur'anic Superfoods
10 Proven Health Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin. (n.d.). Healthline. Retrieved November 6, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-turmeric
https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/postings/2020/02/turmeric.php. Retrieved November 6, 2022
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