Benefits Of Turmeric For Lowering Body Fat Levels

JAKARTA - In the era of various types of diets and dietary supplements, we often forget that there are many spices in the kitchen that have many health benefits. One of them is turmeric which is well known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as quoted by ANTARA from the Time of India on Thursday.

Turmeric, which has long been a part of traditional medicinal practices, is one of the most common spices found in households. In addition to being a very strong antioxidant, turmeric can also help lose belly fat and can reduce symptoms of bloating and gas in the stomach.

Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric which has several healing properties and is known to boost immunity. Starting your day with a glass of turmeric water can help prepare your digestive system for the day. When consumed in the morning, turmeric helps flush out toxins from the body and kickstart your metabolism.

It also improves digestion by influencing the gallbladder to produce bile and other digestive enzymes needed for proper digestion. You can also make turmeric juice at home with just a glass of water and half a teaspoon of grated turmeric. Boil a glass of water, then add the grated turmeric to it. Allow a few moments to boil again, remove and strain. You can add honey according to taste, to improve the taste of turmeric which may be too strong