Researchers from the Department of Pharmacology at the Government Medical College in India found that curcumin, which is the main active ingredient in turmeric has anti-depressant effects on the brain.
“Curcumin has been found to possess antidepressant action in various animal models of depression… It can be concluded that the antidepressant action of curcumin majorly involves the serotoninergic neurotransmission. The antidepressant effects of curcumin in people with major depressive disorder, evidenced by benefits occurring 4 to 8 weeks after treatment.”
Turmeric Health Benefits
Turmeric is extremely good for your health. It alleviates asthma, supports thyroid health, improves the brain function, prevent heart diseases, treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes, treats arthritis, improves oral health etc. It’s even proven to be effective at preventing and treating cancer.
Turmeric Milk Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of organic Almond milk, coconut milk, hemp milk or rice milk
- 1 tsp. ground turmeric
- 1 tsp. grated ginger
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 date or 1 tsp. raw honey
- 1 pinch of black pepper
Preparation:
Put all ingredients in your blender and blend until it’s smooth. Drink and enjoy!
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