A superfood found in many kitchen cupboards can help combat a host of common health issues, a doctor has advised.Intermittent fasting specialist Dr Eric Berg DC hailed the 'amazing benefits' of consuming half a teaspoon of turmeric.
The spice works as well as statins to lower levels of 'bad' cholesterol, according to scientific studies. Dr Berg, nicknamed The Knowledge Doc, told his 12 million YouTube subscribers how turmeric can help to ease conditions including arthritis, asthma, and IBS.
So how to turmeric affect the body, and what is the most effective way to incorporate it into your diet? Here's what you should know, as reported by Surrey Live.Dr Berg explained that curcumin, which is the active compound in turmeric, blocks enzymes that cause inflammation.
Because of this, research has proven that it eases the pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis as well or better than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and celecoxib - without the potentially dangerous side effects.