History of Turmeric
Parts used from the Turmeric
Tubers / dried rhizome.
Constituents (bio available chemicals):
Bornel (essential oil), cineole (essential oil), curcumin (coumarin), diarylheptanoids (yellow pigments), methoxylted curcumins, sabinene, sesquiterpene ketones and zingiberene.
Nutritional constituents:
Vitamin: C. Minerals: calcium, iron, potassium and zinc.
Indications:
Arthritis, asthma, cancer, prevention of – cardiovascular disease, digestive weakness, eczema, liver insufficiency, psoriasis. Topically : analgesic, ringworm, bruising and infected wounds.
Dosage:
Liquid extract (1:1): 40-80ml per week. Absorption improves with lecithin. Should be taken on an empty stomach 20 mins before meals or between meals. Standardised powder (curcumin): 400-600mg 3 x daily.
British Herbal Pharmacopoeia
Dyspeptic complaints. Chronic cholecystitis.
Cautions for therapeutic doses
Avoid in women wishing to conceive, and in patients suffering early hair loss. Avoid excessive sunbathing. Contra-indicated when taking anti-coagulant or anti-platelet drugs.