TURMERIC (ATA ILE PUPA)

TURMERIC(ATA ILE PUPA)

Tumeric (curcuma longa) known as ata ile pupa in Yoruba belong to the ginger family Zingiberaceae. Ancient medicinal uses for turmeric began when it was noted as an anti inflammatory agent used to treat a wide range of conditions such as jaundice,menstrual problems,toothaches e.t.c. Turmeric is the spice that gives curry it yellow colour hence its uses in dishes. Turmeric also improved skin conditions. It contains curcumin,a substance with powerful antiinflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Benefits of turmeric to skin and hair are:-
* brighten and glowing skin
* reduce acne and scars
* relief other skin conditions such as ezcema e.t.c
* reduces wrinkles
* wounds healing
* treatment of stretch marks
* removes dead cells
* treat dandruff
* prevent hair loss, e.t.c (source-online)

N.B-  turmeric leaves a yellow stain

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