Turmeric is an ancient herb that comes from the rhizome of the Curcuma Longa plant. It is widely accepted by health experts around the world as the number one herb on the planet to support good health and maintain healthy digestion. Turmeric has been safely used by Eastern cultures for thousands of years as both a medicinal herb and spice in cooking. To date, there have been over 5000 peer-reviewed studies on Turmeric with 15,000 on its main active compound, Curcumin. What makes turmeric so powerful as a natural health supplement is its unique range of over 200 active compounds. These include Curcuminoids, Turmerones and Turmerosacherides that work in synergy to provide the many benefits turmeric has become known for.
This spice can do a little bit of everything, but its main benefit is delivering glowing, radiant skin. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant properties that show promising benefits in treating acne, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and even pigmentation when either ingested and/or applied topically. Turmeric provides anti-inflammatory benefits and protection from environmental damage. Because inflammation is the root cause of many skin problems, minimizing it can in turn help improve skin issues like acne, rashes and redness. When ingested and/or applied topically, turmeric and its active ingredient curcumin have been shown to improve acne lesions. Adds that you can make a paste with turmeric, water and lemon (vitamin C) and leave it on overnight to spot treat pimples. Soothes skin rashes: Along with combatting skin issues like dermatitis and psoriasis, turmeric has also been used to heal scars, skin rashes, burns and other uncomfortable skin conditions. It is believed that turmeric aids in skin renewal, though is not solely responsible for it.