{"id":161459,"date":"2022-07-17T22:55:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-17T17:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=161459"},"modified":"2026-01-06T12:23:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T12:23:37","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-turmeric","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-turmeric\/","title":{"rendered":"Turmeric (Haldi): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Turmeric<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Turmeric<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Turmeric<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Turmeric?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Turmeric (Haldi)<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Turmeric<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTurmeric (Curcuma longa<\/em>) belongs to the family Zingiberaceae<\/em> and might be one of the most valuable herbal medicinal plants^{1<\/sup><\/a>.^{<\/sup>Turmeric is also referred to as Indian saffron due to its brilliant yellow colour}}^{2<\/sup><\/a>. Turmeric contains a yellow pigment called curcumin or diferuloylmethane, which is the principal ingredient responsible for its properties}^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{3<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Turmeric is distributed throughout subtropical and tropical regions of the world. It is extensively cultivated in Asian countries, especially in China and India. It grows up to a height of one meter and has a short stem ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Turmeric<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere are more than 100 components present in turmeric. The major component present in the root is a volatile oil consisting of turmerone. Other colouring agents like curcuminoids are also present in turmeric. Curcuminoids contain curcumin demethoxycurcumin, dihydrocurcumin, and 5\u2032- methoxycurcumin, which are natural antioxidants. Turmerone, arturmerone, and zingiberene are the components responsible for the aroma of turmeric. Turmeric also contains a great amount of \u00cf\u2030-3 fatty acid and \u00ce\u00b1-linolenic acid (2.5%)^{2<\/sup><\/a>.^{<\/sup>In 100 grams of turmeric, the nutrients found are}}^{4<\/sup><\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Energy:<\/strong> 312 Kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fat:<\/strong> 3.25 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrate:<\/strong> 67.1 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein:<\/strong> 9.68 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Total dietary fibre:<\/strong> 22.7 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Glucose:<\/strong> 0.38 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sucrose:<\/strong> 2.38 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fructose:<\/strong> 0.45 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium:<\/strong> 208 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron:<\/strong> 55 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium:<\/strong> 2080 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorous:<\/strong> 299 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc:<\/strong> 4.5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium:<\/strong> 27 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper:<\/strong> 1.3 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese:<\/strong> 19.8 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C:<\/strong> 0.7 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Selenium:<\/strong> 6.2\u00a0 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Riboflavin:<\/strong> 0.15 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Niacin:<\/strong> 1.35 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Thiamin:<\/strong> 0.058 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Properties of Turmeric<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Turmeric might possess properties like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It might be an antioxidant<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might help lower blood sugar levels (antidiabetic)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might be a hypolipidemic (cholesterol-lowering)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might help alleviate inflammation (anti-inflammatory)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might be effective against microorganisms (antimicrobial)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might have hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might have nephroprotective (kidney-protecting) properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might act as an anticoagulant (inhibits blood clotting)^{1<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
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As a doctor, I often come across patients who inquire about natural remedies for managing arthritis. One popular option that has gained attention is turmeric. It\u2019s interesting how turmeric, a spice commonly found in our kitchens, may be loaded with potential benefits for arthritis and other conditions ^{9<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n}Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Turmeric<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Potential Uses of Turmeric for Heart Diseases<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Turmeric (Haldi) might exhibit cardioprotective (heart-protective) effects mainly due to its potential antioxidant, antidiabetic, antiplatelet, and cholesterol-lowering activities. Turmeric\u2019s cholesterol-lowering effect might be attributed to reduced cholesterol intake by the intestines and enhanced cholesterol conversion to bile acids in the liver ^{1<\/sup><\/a>. However, heart diseases are to be treated by a specialist. Kindly consult a doctor for heart conditions.<\/p>}
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