Find out how you can burn fat, and what secrets are hidden by a healthy seasoning from the east that came to the world of big sport. Turmeric is very popular in India and it was from this eastern country that the seasoning came to us. Turmeric is also known as saffron or yellow ginger. It turns out turmeric from ginger root and this fact explains one of the names of the seasoning. It should be admitted that this product has not yet become widespread in our country. Today we will tell you what useful properties turmeric has in sports.
The properties of turmeric for humans
We can talk for a long time about the composition of turmeric, in which you can find a large amount of nutrients, say, micronutrients, amines, polysaccharides, essential oils, etc. However, this is a seasoning and it is used in minimal quantities. Therefore, we will focus on the characteristics of the main substance contained in the seasoning - curcumin polyphenol. It helps to slow down the formation of fatty tissue and cholesterol in blood vessels. As you probably already understood, the main benefits of turmeric in sports are the ability to speed up the lipolysis process.
At the same time, these are not the only positive effects that can be obtained when using the seasoning. Here are some other health benefits of turmeric for sports and more:
- It has antiseptic and antibacterial effects on the body.
- Accelerates metabolic reactions in the intestinal tract and joints.
- Normalizes glucose concentration.
- Increases the rate of hemoglobin production.
- Helps lower blood pressure.
- Accelerates collagen secretion.
- It is a powerful antioxidant.
- Promotes early healing of external injuries.
However, when consuming turmeric in large quantities, the following side effects may appear:
- Disorders in the intestinal tract.
- Due to the acceleration of the production of bile and hydrochloric acid, the development of erosive damage to the organs of the digestive system is possible.
- Reduces the rate of blood clotting.
- Weakens hair follicles.
However, as we have already noted, the correct use of the seasoning does not cause the above-mentioned side effects. It should also be said that turmeric should not be consumed by children and women during pregnancy. Turmeric's health benefits in sports far outweigh the potential negative effects, which are also extremely rare.
We have already noted that turmeric helps to normalize metabolic processes, and also accelerates the excretion of fluid from the body. Also, with the correct use of the seasoning, the body temperature rises slightly, which significantly increases the quality of oxygen supply to the tissues. At the same time, the seasoning cannot directly affect the lipolysis processes. Using it, you should not expect the loss of extra pounds. Turmeric only helps to suppress the processes of fat deposition in the body. At the same time, with active sports, turmeric will show beneficial properties.
In India, this product is used everywhere and is added to almost every dish. Thus, the inhabitants of this eastern state get used to turmeric from childhood. For our compatriots, turmeric is most often an exotic seasoning, which is used mainly for preparing oriental dishes.
If you decide to use this product as an additional weight loss product, then do not use it in large quantities at once. It is very important that the body gets used to the effects of turmeric. In this case, the risks of side effects will be minimized. Also, after starting to use this seasoning, you should start monitoring the state of your body. And now let's talk about the beneficial properties of turmeric in sports in relation to some other beneficial substances.
- Micronutrients - these substances will help you to improve your health and tone. It will also improve the performance of the immune system, and the body will be able to better fight various infections. Some nutritionists recommend using turmeric during the winter to effectively fight off colds.
- Phytoncides - these substances, together with essential oils, have strong anti-inflammatory properties and accelerate wound healing. Turmeric can be used not only internally, but also externally in the presence of purulent wounds, bleeding gums, diarrhea, dysbiosis, flatulence and burns. The seasoning also has choleretic properties, which is useful for atherosclerosis of the blood vessels and overweight.
- Antioxidants - Turmeric contains a large amount of natural strong substances of this group. Thus, the seasoning can be useful in rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, as a prophylactic agent for the development of malignant tumors.
How to use turmeric in sports?
Today, you can find a large number of recommendations for taking turmeric. Now the seasoning is increasingly being used not only by people who want to lose weight, but also for various diseases. The most popular advice for using turmeric is to consume two teaspoons a day to treat ailments.
If the product is used as a prophylactic agent, then one teaspoon is sufficient. It must also be said that experts advise not to add seasoning to dishes, but to prepare cocktails. Let's take a closer look at the recommendations for using turmeric in the treatment of various diseases.
Atherosclerosis, overweight and diabetes
Turmeric cocktails can help you lose weight, normalize blood sugar, and clear cholesterol from your blood vessels. At the moment, almost all well-known world pharmaceutical companies are interested in the beneficial properties of turmeric in sports.
It is very possible that soon we will see a real boom in the field of drugs for weight loss, which will be created on the basis of this seasoning. Already today on the market you can find supplements containing turmeric and aimed at accelerating the processes of lipolysis. We want to offer you a simple recipe that will allow you to save on the purchase of these supplements, which are quite expensive so far.
You need to add a teaspoon of turmeric, a pinch of red ground pepper and a similar amount of chopped mummy to 0.25 liters of warm water. Stir these ingredients together and take one glass of the drink three times a day.
Cold
We have already noted that turmeric is recommended for use in winter, when the body is most vulnerable to various colds. To prevent colds, you should add a teaspoon of turmeric and honey to 0.25 liters of milk (the temperature should be about 40 degrees). Mix the ingredients thoroughly and take three times throughout the day, about 60 minutes before eating or 120 minutes after that.
If you are already sick, you can use a different recipe. In a teaspoon, mix turmeric and candied honey. Then take the mixture by mouth and suck it for at least five minutes. After that, you should not drink water for 120-180 minutes.
To speed up wound healing and fight acne
Turmeric can be an excellent remedy for improving the quality of the skin and speeding up the healing of burns (wounds). In a small bowl, add three to five tablespoons of turmeric. After that, squeeze the juice from the aloe leaves and add it to the turmeric. Stir the ingredients until a smooth, creamy mass is obtained.
To heal wounds or burns, this composition must be applied to damaged areas of the skin and wrapped with a sterile bandage. Change the dressing every 180 minutes. If you need to get rid of whiteheads, then apply the composition to a previously cleansed skin of the face and soak for about a quarter of an hour. Then wash off the mask well with boiled water.
There are many turmeric recipes that can help you treat a variety of health conditions. The fact that pharmaceutical companies are interested in the seasoning speaks volumes.
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