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Turmeric is not only a unique spice but it also contains chemical compounds, typically curcumin, which are very good for health. So, people with anemia should eat turmeric or not?
1. Turmeric has many therapeutic uses
Turmeric is a popular spice, widely used in Asian cuisine. It is known to be the main ingredient in curries. Turmeric usually has a bitter, warm taste and is used to flavor and color dishes.
Besides, turmeric is also widely applied to make medicine. It contains a yellow chemical called curcumin, which is used to color foods and cosmetics. Currently, this spice is being used to support the treatment of conditions related to inflammation and pain, such as osteoarthritis. In addition, turmeric also improves symptoms of hay fever, high cholesterol, depression, itchiness and liver disease. Many people also use turmeric to treat heartburn, impaired thinking and memory, stress, inflammatory bowel disease, and many other conditions.
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2. Can people with anemia eat turmeric?
Turmeric is considered an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer agent. However, an experiment in mice has shown that chemical compounds in turmeric can bind to iron in the gut and cause iron deficiency. In fact, turmeric is one of the spices known to inhibit iron absorption by 20-90% in humans. The active ingredient curcumin in turmeric binds with ferric iron (Fe3+) to form a ferric-curcumin complex. In addition, curcumin also inhibits the synthesis of hepcidin, one of the peptides closely related to iron balance. Iron deficiency can lead to severe anemia. Therefore, people with iron-deficiency anemia should consult their doctor before taking any turmeric supplements.Overall, turmeric's ability to absorb iron in the gut may be beneficial for people who are experiencing iron overload, such as hemoglobinopathy or hemolytic anemia (eg, polycythemia vera). sickle).
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3. Some other benefits of using turmeric
Here are some notable health benefits of consuming turmeric, including:
3.1. Improve symptoms of hay fever
The curcumin compound in turmeric helps relieve the typical symptoms of hay fever, such as runny nose, itching, sneezing, and stuffy nose.
3.2. Reducing depression
Most studies have shown that taking curcumin from turmeric can reduce depressive symptoms in people taking medication for depression.
3.3. Reduce cholesterol in the blood
Turmeric can be used to lower the level of blood fats, also known as triglycerides. In addition, it also helps to reduce high cholesterol levels in the blood.
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3.4. Good for the liver
People with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can take turmeric extract to reduce signs of liver damage. Turmeric is thought to have the ability to prevent the accumulation of more fat in the liver in people suffering from this condition.
3.5. Reduce joint pain
Some studies show that taking turmeric extract alone or in combination with other herbal ingredients can reduce pain and improve bone function in people with osteoarthritis of the knee. Besides, turmeric also works similar to ibuprofen, a substance that effectively relieves osteoarthritis pain.3.6. Improves symptoms of itching caused by mustard gas
One early study shows that taking a combination of C3 Complex and Sami Labs LTD containing curcumin along with black pepper daily for 4 weeks reduces itching and improves quality life for patients with chronic pruritus caused by mustard gas.
3.6. Relieves symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Taking turmeric extract daily for 7 days before your period and continuing to take it for 3 days after your period ends can help improve headaches, fatigue and PMS discomfort. cause.4. Side effects and safety when using turmeric
Turmeric is thought to be absolutely safe when taken by mouth for a short time. Turmeric products that provide up to 8 grams of curcumin per day are also considered safe for up to 2 months. In fact, turmeric has almost no side effects that are too serious for health. However, some people may experience mild side effects such as nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, and dizziness. These side effects can occur if you use turmeric in high doses.
Besides, turmeric is also absolutely safe when applied to the skin. It also may not cause side effects when applied to the skin inside the mouth. In addition, when applying turmeric rectally is also very safe, even this root can act as an enema.
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5. Some special warnings when using turmeric
5.1. For pregnant and lactating women
Turmeric is absolutely safe when consumed orally with certain foods during pregnancy and lactation. However, it would not be safe when taken by mouth with certain medications during pregnancy. Because it can promote menstruation or stimulate the uterus, endangering the health of both mother and baby.
5.2. Gallbladder related problems
Turmeric can make gallbladder problems worse. Therefore, you should not use turmeric if you have kidney stones or a blocked bile duct.5.3. Bleeding condition
Using turmeric can slow down blood clotting. This will increase the risk of bleeding and bruising in people with bleeding disorders.
5.4. The body becomes sensitive to hormones
The chemical curcumin in turmeric can act like an estrogen hormone in the body. This makes the body more sensitive to hormones. In addition, some studies also show that turmeric can reduce the effects of estrogen in some hormone-sensitive cancer cells, such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, uterine fibroids, etc. endometriosis and ovarian cancer. So, if you have a certain medical condition, you should use turmeric with caution to avoid making it worse due to hormone exposure.
5.5. Affects fertility
Turmeric consumption can reduce testosterone hormone levels and sperm motility in men. This can interfere with fertility, so you should consider taking turmeric if you're trying to conceive.
5.6. Iron deficiency
The use of turmeric can interfere with the body's absorption of iron. Therefore, people with iron deficiency should use them with caution.
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5.7. Liver failure
Turmeric is thought to have a risk of damaging the liver, especially in people with liver diseases. Therefore, to be safe, it is best not to use this spice if you have liver problems.
5.8. Surgery
The use of turmeric can slow blood clotting, making bleeding worse during and after surgery. Therefore, you should stop using turmeric at least 2 weeks before performing surgery as prescribed by your doctor.
Finally, taking turmeric along with some anticoagulants may increase the risk of bruising and bleeding. The most common anticoagulants, including clopidogrel (Plavix), aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam, and others), enoxaparin (Lovenox), dalteparin (Fragmin) , warfarin (Coumadin) or heparin. Therefore, you should inform your doctor when using turmeric along with these drugs to be adjusted accordingly.
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References: webmd.com, .ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
