http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/turmeric.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/turmeric.rss Turmeric Cures on Earth Clinic, like boils, MRSA, staph infections, arthritic pain, bursitis and more. Fri, 24 May 13 02:01:08 -0500 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=BEST_121476 /Remedies/turmeric.rss1 Mon, 20 May 13 09:20:29 -0500 Mike Giller from Denver, Colorado writes: "Cayenne is the king of herbs and turmeric is the queen of herbs. A famous naturopath doctor who is an expert in indian herbals says turmeric is the best ayurvedic remedy as a rejuvenating herb. It turns on genes that make enzymes. The potency of the dried powder is negligible. The potency of the whole root is very high. You can get raw whole root turmeric at both whole foods and vitamin cottage also you can get red whole root turmeric, more potent than yellow, online from a farm in hawaii: 10 lbs shipped for $80. Put a week\'s worth in the fridge and freeze the rest or it will rot. Amazon has fermented turmeric. The acids in the ferment preserve the medicinal properties. Curcumin extracts are not effective because they lack cofactors the flavonoids in turmeric require oil to function properly as do all flavonoids. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=GGM_121131 /Remedies/turmeric.rss2 Mon, 13 May 13 09:33:17 -0500 [YEA] Steve from Cleveland, Ohio, United States writes: "I understand that everyone is unique and someone may be adversely affected by anything. I can\'t recall ever hearing of turmeric causing any harm. My daughter, who is in poor health, diabetic, blind etc. Never took care of herself and took the toxic poisons her doctor prescribed, developed gout in her foot, which turned into osteomyelitis, and MRSA, and gangrene which became life threatening. A doctor who I can\'t name insisted that part of her foot must be removed or she would die of the infection. I had reached a point of frustraion with the so called medical field that I cannot begin to describe. I literally researched 24-7 for natural remedies and for my daughters specific case, came up with the following. \"SOUP\"! Any vegetable soup, 1 heaping teaspoon of Turmeric, 1 heaping teaspoon of crushed oregano leaves, 1 medium to large \"HEAD\" of garlic sliced by hand no more than 1 hour prior to consumption (the allicin loses it\'s potency rather quickly), 1/8 cup of freshly ground golden flax seed (all organic). This was eaten every day! Along with the soup, she used oil of oregano 4 drops in a little water 3 times a day, (70% carvacrol content). Be careful not to slosh the water around so the oil stays pooled in one place. Drink it down quickly without disturbing the oil, it is very spicy. We also soaked her foot in hot water with lots of betadine for an hour a day. We fortunately found a doctor who was willing to work with us. A pic line was put in for antibiotic administration. The antibiotics that could be used were limited because my daughter had terrible reactions to many of them. We were told the antibiotic therapy, (if it worked at all), would take six months or longer. Within a month an MRI showed it wasn\'t gangrene any more but osteomyelitis. A couple of weeks later, it was gout, and MRSA. A month later her white blood cell count had gone down and the pic line was removed. She was on oral antibiotics for another month and then a topical ointment to heal the skin on her foot. As an aside, DON\'T SMOKE! Smoking drastically reduces the amount of oxygen in your bloodstream and hampers healing. Most bad bugs are anaerobic and do not survive in the presence of adequate oxygen. No more MRSA, her primary doc stopped lisinopril ( it causes gout). Hope this helps someone. The BIBLE tells us, all plants are for food and for medicine, and it DOESN\'T say, no salt. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MENSTRUALCRAMPS_100193 /Remedies/turmeric.rss3 Fri, 22 Mar 13 08:39:46 -0500 [YEA] Clarisse from Los Angeles, Ca writes: "During the first couple days, I get some really bad menstrual cramps. Mine are pretty miserable, to the point where I feel like throwing up and just lying down all day. I remembered that turmeric is used to alleviate menstrual cramps, so I added a tsp of turmeric to some warm milk, along with a bit of flaxseed oil (turmeric is fat-soluble) and some black pepper (increases absorption of curcumin in turmeric). I drank this all before I went to bed. The next morning, no more menstrual cramps! Try it! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=ST_92839 /Remedies/turmeric.rss4 Mon, 25 Feb 13 08:44:36 -0600 [YEA] Naja from Ljubljana, Slovenia, Europe writes: "Hi, I have been using few of Earth Clinic remedies for quite a long time now. I would just like to add the following - brush your teeth with turmeric paste that you make/use as your face mask. Your teeth will be brighter/whiter as it gets rid of coffee/tee stains and your gums will benefit as well. Just leave it as long as you leave your face mask on. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=TD_92684 /Remedies/turmeric.rss5 Thu, 21 Feb 13 08:05:40 -0600 Oh from Reliable, Ok writes: "I put DMSO and turmeric on my hands 3 days in a row, my skin is yellow, so far so good. The color property from the turmeric is deep into my skin after I have washed my hands many times for sure. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=HOWTO_91835 /Remedies/turmeric.rss6 Fri, 01 Feb 13 11:15:40 -0600 Denise from Seattle, Wa writes: "I was told by a woman fro Inida that in India they take tumeric with a heated glass of milk. It works and tastes great! Two or three tablespoons a day. Add Lecithin if you choose to. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=SE_91353 /Remedies/turmeric.rss7 Mon, 21 Jan 13 12:02:03 -0600 [SIDE EFFECTS] Gurlith from Puttaparthi, A.p. India writes: "I saw the idea of turmeric for weight loss and followed the suggestion on 1/2 teaspoon turmeric in water. It was just before 10 am, about an hour later my heart start beating very violently and I felt so unwell, like very high bloodpreasure, or if I had taken a lot of coffeine. All night I suffered till 5am then I drank a big glass of water and walked a bit and slowly it calmed down. Anybody know what happened? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MC_87329 /Remedies/turmeric.rss8 Fri, 19 Oct 12 09:36:58 -0500 [YEA] Guilhermo from Curitiba, Parana writes: "I had 10 years of disconfort (inflamation like feeling on my testicle (left side)) and discomfort on all body... Due a bad treated STD... Maybe was all the antibiotic I take it for it... and I had a candida infection I dont know! I also had low libido and low energy.... On the last doctor he said he couldnt do nothing and it was all psycological. So at my last try, I started to take Chanca Piedra TEA with 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric... 3 Days later I was almost like new! Chanca piedra helped, I did some experiences with other teas, always with turmeric... And worked too.... So turmeric did the trick... but is best with chanca piedra... Im on the 10 days... I wont stop... Until I feel im 100%. 95% , wich is realy good. With energy, body relax. Sleeping much better, and happier. (turmeric is used for depression too). Is the most incredible thing I ever used... Sorry for my English! Good luck for all " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MC_83306 /Remedies/turmeric.rss9 Mon, 06 Aug 12 10:30:24 -0500 Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa writes: "Hi Everyone, Recently, I wrote in one of my posts about the miracles of turmeric. Well, I thought this audio of Truth Calkins speaking on the wonder herb turmeric might be enlightening for all. Hope you enjoy! Lisa http://www.longevitywarehouse.com/Articles.asp?ID=321 " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=TSE_81566 /Remedies/turmeric.rss10 Fri, 06 Jul 12 19:56:22 -0500 Nm from Houston, Tx, Usa writes: "I am curious where Timh got the info regarding \'Turmeric possibly being contraindicated for people who have liver problems because it boost phase 1 enzymes but inhibits phase 2\' ? I\'m asking because in an article from the book, \"A Natual Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Health\" regarding detoxification, it states, and I\'ll quote it to keep it straight, \"The common spice turmeric, found most commonly in curry powder, slows down phase 1 while egging on phase 2, an effect that can help to move toxins more quickly through the two phases. This may explain turmeric\'s powerful anticancer properties. \" I believe the book was written by holistic doctor(s). It appears these two opinions to be opposite, which is common, but I\'m hoping there is just some misinterpretation. I have recently started using turmeric and find it works beautifully, so I have recommended it to others, but if maybe it\'s not so good for some people, I\'d like to know where the information came from so people can do their own research. Thank you, and thanks to EC for such a great resource that has contributed significantly to better health for me & everyone! NM " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=ECZEMA_75960 /Remedies/turmeric.rss11 Mon, 19 Mar 12 12:17:46 -0500 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Yukoncorleone from Binghamton, NY, United States writes: "Hello, I was recently diagnosed with folliculitis over my whole body and Eczema on my hands and feet by my dermatoligist and I\'m exploring some natural remidies. For a while I thought it was only Eczema over my entire body, but my Dermatoligst seems to think I have two separate conditons. So far I\'ve tried the oral and topical steroids, topical antibiotics, and they seemed to work while I was using it, but as soon as I ran out it got bad again. I have taken the ACV (apple cider vineager) with the mother in it (when I thought it was just Eczema), but stopped for a while after I got a stomach bug and had diareaha and vomiting and couldn\'t stomach the AVC. I\'m now back on it for two days now (using 1-2 tsp in water 2-3 times a day according to back of the bottle) and now I\'m also trying powdered Turmeric 1 tsp in a glass of warm water or sometimes in orange juice 2-3 times a day. I\'m only on day 2 of this, and I think I\'m noticing some benfits. I don\'t itch as bad, the Eczema doesn\'t seem as raised or as irritated, and the red bumps from my folliculitis are not as pronounced and bright as they can sometimes get. My question is this; I\'ve read that Turmeric isn\'t that readily absorbed into the system and that you should take black pepper with it. If I\'m taking 1tsp of powdered Turmeric in a glass of warm water how much black pepper should I add to it? Please advise, I want to make sure I\'m getting the most out of the Turmeric as I can. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=HOWTO_74276 /Remedies/turmeric.rss12 Wed, 22 Feb 12 08:22:30 -0600 [YEA] Kay from Destin, Fl writes: "Another handy way to ingest Turmeric is to put the powder in your mustard or honey-mustard bottle; great on sandwiches and chicken-wings maranade. You can put a huge amount in your mustard without noticing much of a change in the taste. Add black pepper to enhance the healing benefits of Tumeric! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=GF_72809 /Remedies/turmeric.rss13 Thu, 02 Feb 12 14:48:24 -0600 Benghiman from La Houssiere, Vosges, France writes: "There is much on the subject of turmeric and its pros and cons. Turmeric is the base of curcumin - and it is curcumin that does the work. Many clinical studies now say that curcumin may be useful for the prevention and treatment of several diseases, including cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease. 500 mg Curcumin with 5 mg Piperine builds the immune system, is anti-tumor, antioxidant, antiarthritic, anti-amyloid, anti-ischemic and anti-inflammatory*. Curcumin Has Biological and Medicinal Properties* "All evidences accumulated so far clearly indicate that curcumin protects against cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes, the major ailments in the West. This natural remedy has also shown preventive as well as therapeutic effects against Alzheimer's disease, MS, cataract formation, AIDS and drug-induced nonspecific toxicity in the heart, lungs, and kidneys. Further testing of curcumin in humans is underway to confirm these observations. A clinical development plan for using curcumin to treat cancer was recently described by the NCI. Studies also show that in countries such as India, where curcumin is consumed on a regular basis, the profile of cancer incidence is very different to those regions that do not, such as in The West. How curcumin produces its therapeutic effects is not fully understood, but they are probably mediated in part through the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action of curcumin. It is quite likely that curcumin mediates its effects through other mechanisms as well. Over a dozen different cellular proteins and enzymes have been identified to which curcumin binds. High- throughput ligand-interacting technology and microarray technology have begun to reveal more molecular targets and genes affected by curcumin." This extract is taken from Curcumin Biological and Medicinal Properties. Authors: - Bharat B. Aggarwal, Indra D. Bhatt, Haruyo Ichikawa, Kwang Seok Ahn, Gautam Sethi, Santosh K. Sandur, Chitra Natarajan, Navindra Seeram, and Shishir Shishodia. July 2006. (With permission) The following is an extract of an interview with Bharat B. Aggarwal, PhD, who is Professor and Chief of the Cytokine Research Section at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, where he currently holds the Ransom Horne, Jr. , Endowed Professorship in Cancer Research. He has published more than 500 original articles in peer-reviewed journals. This interview was published ©2009 Natural Medicine Journal 1(4), December 2009. Q: Is it true that there are absorption issues with curcumin and that the dosage needs to be high to produce a therapeutic affect? A: I think there is a bit of a misconception regarding the absorption and dosage of curcumin. Remember, curcumin is a dietary agent, not a drug. It should not be tested as a drug because if dosages reach the drug level, it could become toxic. We have found that curcumin is circulated quickly and is taken up by tissues very quickly. Within 10 to 20 minutes it is already in the brain. When it is tested as a drug, researchers are looking for curcumin in serum but they don't find it because it has already been taken up by tissues. In 2008, Marczylo and colleagues demonstrated that very little curcumin was found in plasma and urine in rats after they were given curcumin; however, curcumin was found in intestinal mucosa, as well as liver, kidney, and heart tissue. Researchers at Johns Hopkins reported that as little as 500 mg of curcumin per day resulted in a 60 percent reduction in polyps, whereas Celebrex at the same dose, which is very cardiotoxic, only resulted in less than 30 percent reduction in polyps as shown by physicians at M. D. Anderson. If bioavailability were an issue, we would not see these results. We have cancer patients at M. D. Anderson who are just on curcumin. They don't have to be given chemotherapy or radiation, just curcumin alone, and we are witnessing significant results. There are more than 1,000 patients on curcumin right now at M. D. Anderson. Absorption of curcumin is not as big of an issue as people may think. Turmeric has been used historically as a component of Indian Ayurvedic medicine since 1900 BC to treat a wide variety of ailments. Now research has identified curcumin as responsible for most of the biological activity of turmeric. In vitro studies have suggested a wide range of potential therapeutic or preventive effects associated with curcumin. Numerous clinical trials in humans are studying the effect of curcumin on various diseases including multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, cancer, psoriasis, and Alzheimer's disease, among quite a lot of other problems The medicinal properties of curcumin obtained from Curcuma longa L. Is reported by some, disputed by others, to be the cause of poor bioavailability due to its rapid metabolism in the liver and intestinal wall. In studies, the effect of combining piperine, a known inhibitor of hepatic and intestinal glucuronidation, was evaluated on the bioavailability of curcumin on healthy human volunteers. When curcumin was given alone to these volunteers after a dose of 2 g curcumin alone, serum levels were either undetectable or very low, due to its rapid absorption by the brain and body. Concomitant administration of piperine 20 mg produced much higher concentrations. The increase in bioavailability was 2000%. The study shows that in the dosages used, piperine enhances the serum concentration, extent of absorption and bioavailability of curcumin in humans with no adverse effects. Studies suggest that curcumin may have anti-tumor, antioxidant, antiarthritic, anti-amyloid, anti-ischemic and anti-inflammatory properties. Anti-inflammatory properties may be due to inhibition of eicosanoid biosynthesis. In addition it may be effective in treating malaria, prevention of cervical cancer, and may interfere with the replication of the HIV virus. In HIV, it appears to act by interfering with P300/CREB-binding protein (CBP). It also prevents liver damage. A 2008 study at Michigan State University showed that low concentrations of curcumin interfere with Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) replication. This effect was shown to be independent of effect on histone acetyltransferase activities of p300/CBP. A previous (1999) study performed at University of Cincinnati indicated that curcumin is significantly associated with protection from infection by HSV-2 in intravaginal infections. Curcumin acts as a free radical scavenger and antioxidant, inhibiting lipid peroxidation and oxidative DNA damage. Curcuminoids induce glutathione S-transferase and are potent inhibitors of cytochrome P450. A 2004 UCLA-Veterans Affairs study suggests that curcumin might inhibit the accumulation of destructive beta-amyloid in the brains of Alzheimer's disease patients and also break up existing plaques associated with the disease. There is also circumstantial evidence that curcumin improves mental functions; a survey of 1010 Asian people who ate yellow curry and were between the ages of 60 and 93 showed that those who ate the sauce "once every six months" or more had higher MMSE results than those who did not. Numerous studies have demonstrated that curcumin, amongst only a few other things such as high impact exercise, learning, bright light, and antidepressant usage, has a positive effect on neurogenesis in the hippocampus and concentrations of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), reductions in both of which are associated with stress, depression, and anxiety. Many pre-clinical studies suggest that curcumin may be useful for the prevention and treatment of several diseases. The Anticarcinogenic effects of curcumin are being shown on an increasing and, almost, daily rate! Its potential anticancer effects stem from its ability to induce apoptosis in cancer cells without cytotoxic effects on healthy cells. Curcumin can interfere with the activity of the transcription factor NF-%u03BAB, which has been linked to a number of inflammatory diseases such as cancer. A 2009 study suggests that curcumin may inhibit mTOR complex I via a novel mechanism. Another 2009 study on curcumin effects on cancer states that curcumin "modulates growth of tumor cells through regulation of multiple cell signaling pathways including cell proliferation pathway (cyclin D1, c-myc), cell survival pathway (Bcl-2, Bcl-xL, cFLIP, XIAP, c-IAP1), caspase activation pathway (caspase-8, 3, 9), tumor suppressor pathway death receptor pathway (DR4, DR5), mitochondrial pathways, and protein kinase pathway (JNK, Akt, and AMPK)". Curcumin has recently been shown to have phyto-estrogenic activity that might contribute to anti-breast cancer activity. In the murine model of breast cancer metastasis, Curcumin inhibits the formation of lung metastases probably through the NF-kappa-B dependent regulation of pro-tumorigenic inflammatory cytokines. We at Home Cures have had experience of our Curcumin Piperine being effective, in conjunction with Serrapeptase, in the control of fibromyalgia, also known as MS or ME. Also, in older people a remarkable "rejuvenation" is evident. In short, with much clinical and usage evidence, curcumin has significant advantages over turmeric. If, as in India and some areas of China, where the diet is significantly curry based, thus a regular ingestion of curcumin is evident, the trumeric intake is continual it is a good thing. For us in the West, where the intake is almost insignificant, it is curcumin that is required. Combine Surcumin with Serrapeptase 80,000iu and, according to one of my sources, 50% of all hospitals could be emptied! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MC_68170 /Remedies/turmeric.rss14 Thu, 01 Dec 11 14:55:26 -0600 [YEA] Bz from Bklyn, Ny writes: "I had aches and pains and even chiropractics and acupuncture didn't relieve it. I took turmeric and it relieved the aches and pains (joints mostly) and also has cleared up a great deal of my "brain fog". It's been incredible. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MC_67959 /Remedies/turmeric.rss15 Mon, 28 Nov 11 21:56:29 -0600 [YEA] Janie from Nj, Usa writes: "Turmeric is great against arthritis pain, but also for headache or other pains. My spouse and I take daily turmeric with bromelain (2) capsules and experience no symptoms of arthritis. If we run out of them, we notice the difference right away. (450 each combo capsule from nat fac) When a headache comes along or a sore throat we use 2 capsules, instead of aspirin or ibuprofen (in addition to our daily regimen). Conventional medical providers acknowledge turmeric is equal to ibuprofen in pain relief. (And lots less side effects to worry about! ) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=CURCUMIN_66253 /Remedies/turmeric.rss16 Tue, 01 Nov 11 10:33:57 -0500 Bella from Perth, Wa writes: "I went to the health food shop and the guy told me that the active ingredient in Turmeric is Curcumin. He had Tablets that have 6.074mg of Curcumin per tablet in them. Does anyone know whether these will work or would I be better off Taking the Turmeric in the warm water. I am 30 and have had HS for at least 18 years it has gotten steadilty worse over the years and I am praying for a cure if not some relief. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=HOWTO_65538 /Remedies/turmeric.rss17 Thu, 20 Oct 11 01:49:17 -0500 [YEA] Julie from Jackson, Ms writes: "I think the biggest drawback to turmeric capsules is the cost!! I just buy the powdered spice form and mix it with something else. You have to get used to the taste though! Here are a few ideas for making this wonderful spice taste a little better!! http://phoebe1975.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Make-Turmeric-Taste-Better " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=MC_65084 /Remedies/turmeric.rss18 Thu, 13 Oct 11 01:48:17 -0500 [YEA] Sunita from Clovis, California writes: "Getting rid of turmeric stains from your cutting board, dishes, cloth-kitchen towels is wash the item with soap/detegent and hot water than set it out in the sun. Here's another help this spice provides, I was given turmeric baths for the duration of measles outbreak as a child and gave my own four children turmeric baths when they had chicken pox, helps heal quicker and cools body so it doesn't itch as much. Have used turmeric powder mixed with fresh lemon juice as a face mask for as long as I can remember. Needless to say I am reaping the benefits. No wonder the Hindu's rub turmeric all over the bride and the groom's body in preparation for marriage. I am not sure exactly what the benefits are but it's been done for centuries. I find that interesting, would like to know why it is done. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=HOWTO_65012 /Remedies/turmeric.rss19 Wed, 12 Oct 11 10:17:39 -0500 11185d from Jerusalem, Israel writes: "Hello! I drink turmeric all day long, mixed with water and apple cider vinegar. I'd like to know how I can create a concentrated turmeric substance so that I do not have to consume as much product/have a more potent substance that I can use. Any ideas? Thanks! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=WARNING_63306 /Remedies/turmeric.rss20 Thu, 15 Sep 11 10:45:40 -0500 Amandav from Mastic Beach, Ny Usa writes: "Any additives that you find in encapsulated herbals is inevitably going to be a "flow agent", or "packing agent". The flow agents allow the herb to travel through a hopper and into the capsules during the manufacturing process. It also helps the machine in that the parts do not get clogged up as much. The packing agents are for powders that are too slick - where they just fall all over and cannot be controlled. By adding rice or maltodextrin, the powder gets stickier and will pack into the capsules much more readily. All manufacturers/encapsulators must follow strict FDA guidelines. Any additive must be at a very low percentage - so much so that a person's body will not exhibit side effects. These ingredients are listed as "inactive" so that persons with known allergies can avoid them. I know, because I worked for NBTY (Nature's Bounty and Vitamin World) for many years. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=FT_62807 /Remedies/turmeric.rss21 Wed, 07 Sep 11 14:09:37 -0500 Kerrstarr from Walnut Creek, Ca, Usa writes: "HI. I notice everyone talking about using turmeric powder, but I'm really curious about using fresh turmeric. Is there better bio-availability from fresh? If so, how much fresh should I use compared with powdered herb? I guess this question leads me into other questions about herbs as well. My intuition tells me that I'm generally better off using fresh if and when I can. Am I correct in thinking this? Also, I get that some herbs are not necessarily water soluble, so would be more effective in a carrier medium. I'm not opposed to making my own tinctures. I'm guessing that with fresh herbs, the oil/water solubility thing is less of an issue. But in the use of dried, how do I determine which herbs are better used as a tea, and which as a tincture? I realize that this is a pretty big question, and maybe I should have broken it down into 3 or 4.... Does anyone know where to find this type of information, other than years and years of study? (I'm having terrible allergies after relocating form across the country to a totally different climate, and kind of wanted a quick answer about turmeric, but this leads into my general questions about herbs, so I had to ask....) Thanks! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=INFLAMMATION_60508 /Remedies/turmeric.rss22 Wed, 03 Aug 11 10:54:04 -0500 [YEA] Sarah from Barcelona, Spain writes: "Tumeric has been used for years and years in India. It is one of the main spicies in cooking. It does, however, have a bitter strange taste when taken on it's own. To treat an inflamation that I have, I am now using tumeric (half teaspoon) in a half a glass of grape juice. So far it's working wonders :) And the taste is disguised completely. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=RF_60405 /Remedies/turmeric.rss23 Mon, 01 Aug 11 17:41:12 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Kcya from Atlanta, Ga writes: "I must say.... I have been taking tumeric during my period and I have never had so much thick clotting and blood. I would not suggest it. The only reason I was taking it was to reduce inflammation from the adjustment. It happened to be the same time as my period.... Stay clear during your period. You don't need any extra detoxification during your period anyway. Our bodies natural cleansing process will be all we need during the menstral cycle. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=TPI_60272 /Remedies/turmeric.rss24 Fri, 29 Jul 11 20:02:20 -0500 Larry from Fairfax, Va/usa writes: "For its variuos health benefits, I've been interested in taking Tumeric (curcumin) in capsule form, but found I was allergic to it. But, recently found a particular Tumeric capsule that I am not allergic to and find that it seems to minimize inflammation due to a lower disk problem. The recommended dose is 1 capsule with food per day. I would like to possibly take 2 capsules per day. Does anyone have experience with taking more than the recommended dose of 1 cap/day? Here's a description of the product (without indicating a brand name or manufacturer): Each capsule contains 400 mg. Of the following - (Curcuma longa)25:1 extract (root)std. to 95% total curcuminoids ComplexWith Essential oils of Turmeric Rhizome by HPLC (380mg) This 400 mg product is said to be equivalent to 2772 mg of a typical 95% curcumin extract based on its improved absorption. Is anybody familiar with the Turmeric product I described? If so, your comments including the use of more than 1 capsule per day would be greatly appreciate. Also, comments about the health benefits you derived from using such a Turmeric product would be of interest. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/turmeric.html&name=TSE_60077 /Remedies/turmeric.rss25 Tue, 26 Jul 11 18:39:17 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Deepthi S Kumar from Kannur, Kerala, India writes: "I am using Turmeric powder with honey for my cough and astama for last two months. My cough as well as my astama has very much subsided. However, I have developed mouth ulcers and stomach feels always bloated. Now I am taking B complex for mouth ulcers. I strongly believe the mouth ulcers are formed due to consumption of turmeric powder as my husband aslo has doveloped the same after using turmeric powder. This is for the information of all readers of earth clinic. Deepti. "