Use Turmeric As A Natural Alternative For These Drugs

Drugs Used To Thin Blood (Blood Thinners, Aspirin)

Turmeric prevents the formation of blood clots and, thus, prevents heart attack. Turmeric also increases blood circulation. Turmeric can replace aspirin in its blood-thinning abilities.

Drugs To Treat Depression (Anti-Depressants, Imipramine)

A substance, curcumin, present in turmeric helps to relax your mind and lowers depression. It has been shown in a study that turmeric is a natural medicine against anxiety and depression.

Drugs for Diabetes (Anti-Diabetic Drugs, Metformin)

Turmeric is an effective medicine for diabetes. It lowers glucose production in the liver and increases the uptake of glucose by the body cells, thus reducing the blood glucose level. A study has shown that turmeric is more powerful than the anti-diabetic drug metformin.

Painkillers And Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID'S)

A study has revealed that turmeric has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, and can replace many anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, dexamethasone, aspirin, etc. These drugs can be used to relieve pain and inflammation, especially the pain associated with joints.

Drugs Used To Lower Cholesterol

If you have high-blood cholesterol level, start including turmeric in your diet. Research on turmeric has show that it is as effective as atorvastatin in reducing the cholesterol level.

Drugs Used For Eye And Skin Inflammation

Normally, inflammation caused by infection and skin diseases are treated by steroids such as dexamethasone. However, the effectiveness of turmeric can be compared with these anti-inflammatory drugs in relieving inflammation.

Source : http://www.boldsky.com/health/wellness/2015/replace-your-seven-medicines-with-turmeric-093314.html

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