<p>Turmeric is&nbsp;a common spice&nbsp;in Indian households and has also been a part of Ayurvedic remedies for centuries. It contains curcuminoids, compounds which are known to have medicinal properties.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Turmeric has various health benefits which can prevent age-related health conditions and many other chronic diseases. Turmeric can be consumed in various ways including turmeric tea, turmeric milk, and various food recipes.</p>

<h2><strong>Here are 7 reasons you should add turmeric to your morning routine:</strong></h2>

<h3><strong>Natural antioxidant</strong></h3>

<p>Turmeric has natural antioxidant properties and can help protect from damage from free radicals and slow down ageing.</p>

<h3><strong>Anti-inflammatory properties</strong></h3>

<p>The curcumin in turmeric can help fight inflammation. It can be used to treat and prevent many health conditions and diseases.</p>

<h3><strong>Reduce the risk of chronic diseases</strong></h3>

<p>Curcumin in turmeric may protect against various chronic diseases including heart illnesses and cancer. Turmeric can help regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation and prevent the forming and spread of cancer cells.</p>

<h3><strong>May improve brain function</strong></h3>

<p>Consuming turmeric can help improve brain health by improving levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) protein, which is essential for memory and learning functions of the brain.</p>

<h3><strong>Might&nbsp;help with&nbsp;treatment of&nbsp;arthritis</strong></h3>

<p>Most types of arthritis involve inflammation in the joints, which can be improved by consuming curcumin. It can help in relieving pain due to arthritis.</p>

<h3><strong>May help treat Alzheimer’s</strong></h3>

<p>Turmeric may help in treating Alzheimer’s disease. As it is known to reduce inflammation and reduce oxidative damage, it can be beneficial for those who have Alzheimer’s. It may also prevent dementia and age-related decline of the brain.</p>

<h3><strong>Can help fight against depression</strong></h3>

<p>Curcumin is known to help treat mood disorders as it boosts serotonin and dopamine, essential brain neurotransmitters. Therefore, turmeric&nbsp;can work as an effective antidepressant and help reduce anxiety and stress as well.</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.</strong></em></p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Turmeric is a common spice in Indian households and has also been a part of Ayurvedic remedies for centuries. It contains curcuminoids, compounds which are known to have medicinal properties.

Turmeric is a common spice in Indian households and has also been a part of Ayurvedic remedies for centuries. It contains curcuminoids, compounds which are known to have medicinal properties. Turmeric has various health benefits which can prevent age-related health conditions and many other chronic diseases. Turmeric can be consumed in various ways including turmeric tea, turmeric milk, and various food recipes. Here are 7 reasons you should add turmeric to your morning routine: Natural antioxidant Turmeric has natural antioxidant properties and can help protect from damage from free radicals and slow down ageing. Anti-inflammatory properties The curcumin in turmeric can help fight inflammation. It can be used to treat and prevent many health conditions and diseases. Reduce the risk of chronic diseases Curcumin in turmeric may protect against various chronic diseases including heart illnesses and cancer. Turmeric can help regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation and prevent the forming and spread of cancer cells. May improve brain function Consuming turmeric can help improve brain health by improving levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) protein, which is essential for memory and learning functions of the brain. Might help with treatment of arthritis Most types of arthritis involve inflammation in the joints, which can be improved by consuming curcumin. It can help in relieving pain due to arthritis. May help treat Alzheimer’s Turmeric may help in treating Alzheimer’s disease. As it is known to reduce inflammation and reduce oxidative damage, it can be beneficial for those who have Alzheimer’s. It may also prevent dementia and age-related decline of the brain. Can help fight against depression Curcumin is known to help treat mood disorders as it boosts serotonin and dopamine, essential brain neurotransmitters. Therefore, turmeric can work as an effective antidepressant and help reduce anxiety and stress as well. Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Science has proven what Indians have known since time immemorial. A recent study <a href="https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjebm112231">published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine</a> says that a natural compound called curcumin, which is present in turmeric, is as effective as the drug omeprazole in reducing excess stomach acid and treating indigestion.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Turmeric contains curcumin, a naturally active compound that possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It has long served as a medicinal remedy, including for indigestion, in the Indian subcontinent.</p>

<p>Previously, the extent of its effectiveness in comparison to traditional drugs remained unclear due to a lack of comparative studies.</p>

<p>The drug Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) commonly used for the treatment of indigestion.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-gigi-hadid-shows-off-her-kitchen-pantry-full-of-indian-spices-353187">Gigi Hadid shows off her kitchen pantry full of Indian spices</a></strong></p>

<p>Indigestion is clinically called dyspepsia and is a common condition among people all over the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors such as Omeprazole has been associated with increased fracture risk, micronutrient deficiencies, and heightened infection risk.</p>

<p>The nice and humble turmeric found in the spice rack of your kitchen is not associated with any such risks.</p>

<p>The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4,000 years to the Vedic culture in India, when it was commonly used as a culinary spice. According to the US National Institute of Health, turmeric&nbsp;reached China by 700 AD, East Africa by 800 AD, West Africa by 1200 AD, and Jamaica in the eighteenth century.</p>

<h2><strong>How the study was conducted?</strong></h2>

<p>In a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial involving 206 patients aged 18 to 70 with recurrent upset stomachs, researchers assigned participants randomly from hospitals in Thailand to one of three treatment groups for 28 days. These groups received either turmeric, omeprazole, or a combination of both.</p>

<h2><strong>What's the bottom line?</strong></h2>

<p>At the study's outset, patients across all three groups had similar clinical characteristics and indigestion scores based on the severity of their symptoms. After 28 days and again after 56 days, patients showed similar symptom improvements in all three groups, indicating that oral curcumin was both safe and well-tolerated.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;The Good Life: Indian cuisine on the global stage</strong></p>

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<p>The study has its limitations, including its small size, short intervention period, and lack of long-term monitoring data.</p>

<p>Researchers, however, concluded that their multi-centre, randomised controlled trial provides highly reliable evidence for functional dyspepsia treatment through curcumin found in turmeric.&nbsp;</p>

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Science has proven what Indians have known since time immemorial. A recent study published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine says that a natural compound called curcumin, which is present in turmeric, is as effective as the drug omeprazole in reducing excess stomach acid and treating indigestion.

Science has proven what Indians have known since time immemorial. A recent study published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine says that a natural compound called curcumin, which is present in turmeric, is as effective as the drug omeprazole in reducing excess stomach acid and treating indigestion. Turmeric contains curcumin, a naturally active compound that possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It has long served as a medicinal remedy, including for indigestion, in the Indian subcontinent. Previously, the extent of its effectiveness in comparison to traditional drugs remained unclear due to a lack of comparative studies. The drug Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) commonly used for the treatment of indigestion. Also read | Gigi Hadid shows off her kitchen pantry full of Indian spices Indigestion is clinically called dyspepsia and is a common condition among people all over the world. Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors such as Omeprazole has been associated with increased fracture risk, micronutrient deficiencies, and heightened infection risk. The nice and humble turmeric found in the spice rack of your kitchen is not associated with any such risks. The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4,000 years to the Vedic culture in India, when it was commonly used as a culinary spice. According to the US National Institute of Health, turmeric reached China by 700 AD, East Africa by 800 AD, West Africa by 1200 AD, and Jamaica in the eighteenth century. How the study was conducted? In a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial involving 206 patients aged 18 to 70 with recurrent upset stomachs, researchers assigned participants randomly from hospitals in Thailand to one of three treatment groups for 28 days. These groups received either turmeric, omeprazole, or a combination of both. What's the bottom line? At the study's outset, patients across all three groups had similar clinical characteristics and indigestion scores based on the severity of their symptoms. After 28 days and again after 56 days, patients showed similar symptom improvements in all three groups, indicating that oral curcumin was both safe and well-tolerated. Also watch | The Good Life: Indian cuisine on the global stage × The study has its limitations, including its small size, short intervention period, and lack of long-term monitoring data. Researchers, however, concluded that their multi-centre, randomised controlled trial provides highly reliable evidence for functional dyspepsia treatment through curcumin found in turmeric. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>As Holi arrives, we hear the verse &ldquo;Bura na mano, Holi hai!&rsquo; quite often.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Perhaps, there are people who get irritated, agitated and easily offended when someone sprays colours on them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Personally speaking, it&rsquo;s an all-time fun to watch colourful streets, trays full of sweets, pyramids of boys trying to break the pot full of buttermilk, the splash and sprinkles of coloured water on the pure white tee, making it the most flamboyant attire I could possibly have. In a snap, the daily busy casual surrounding turns into a radiant canvas of colours. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>If we keep aside all the mythological and religious slants of celebrating this day, then Holi is prominently associated with colours and, so, rightly called the festival of colours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the core essence of this frolic festive day seems to be lost somewhere between partying on Honey Singh&rsquo;s rap songs and smearing colours onto someone as if they were the missed out targets from long that you finally get your hand on this day. We find wild hordes of youngsters wandering around the streets screaming and chasing. And once the target is in hand, the street fight begins.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>What bothers me is the irony that Holi, the festival for celebrating nature and its colours in all its hues, does not look colourful and mollifying anymore. Rather, today it is celebrated largely with water-based commercial pigments, leaving behind the dark stains of prickly magenta or green colour on our face and entire body.&nbsp;<br />
The unnatural toxic chemicals, which we proudly say as &lsquo;Pakka Rang&rsquo; (synthetic Holi colours) and fashion of using grease not only harms the body or ecology but also exterminates the core principle of celebrating Holi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One must question that why Holi is celebrated particularly at this point of the year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Well, it is that time of the year when we bid a sweet farewell to winters and blissfully welcome the spring. With a change in weather comes the viral fever and cold. But to the human relief, it brings along an abundance of fruits.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now if knitting the threads together, along with religious reasons, Holi holds the significance of celebrating and using seasonal fruits as a medicinal option to keep away contagious virus. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Making colours from the extracts of natural herbs, and throwing them on each other is actually a playful medical practice, which needs to be retained and revived today.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dried Palash and Hibiscus flowers, powdered fragrant sandalwood are the typical source of vibrant red and orange colours. And if mixed with a pinch of Haldi (turmeric) creates a dazzling saffron colour, which if mixed in water sweeps the soothing odour all around. While winter is turning its back, it leaves with us the dried leaves Mehendi and Gulmohur Tree, offering the source of green colour. &nbsp;Indigo plant, blended with the paste of Indian blueberries and blue hibiscus, are the traditional sources for the blue pigment that adds a tint of contrast to the already coloured face.&nbsp;</p>

<p>We love the perception of long-lasting stains of colours and enjoy the most when it comes to pushing friends in the tub full of coloured water. It somewhat shows the strong bond amongst the near and dear ones. It is just as if the nostalgia for belongingness rolls over. I guess this is why we say &lsquo;daag ache hai&rsquo; (stains are good).&nbsp;</p>

<p>So, to retain and keep alive the bond shared, why not add Turmeric or Kumkum in a tub along with freshly scented petals of Marigold and Rose. This makes the Holi wet, colourful, long-lasting. Moreover, one won&rsquo;t have to repeatedly say &lsquo;Bura na mano, Holi hai!&rsquo; while smearing colours to others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Enjoying the colours and aroma of fresh flowers and herbs, and simultaneously attaining the medicinal benefits from nature, well what more our mother earth can offer. In return, if not much, than at least we can thank the nature by celebrating its precious gifts and making the Holi festival as colourful as possible.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)</em></p>


Use of synthetic colours leave behind green and pink stains, and don’t even make Holi look colourful. We should relearn to use sources of natural colour.

As Holi arrives, we hear the verse “Bura na mano, Holi hai!’ quite often. Perhaps, there are people who get irritated, agitated and easily offended when someone sprays colours on them. Personally speaking, it’s an all-time fun to watch colourful streets, trays full of sweets, pyramids of boys trying to break the pot full of buttermilk, the splash and sprinkles of coloured water on the pure white tee, making it the most flamboyant attire I could possibly have. In a snap, the daily busy casual surrounding turns into a radiant canvas of colours. If we keep aside all the mythological and religious slants of celebrating this day, then Holi is prominently associated with colours and, so, rightly called the festival of colours. However, the core essence of this frolic festive day seems to be lost somewhere between partying on Honey Singh’s rap songs and smearing colours onto someone as if they were the missed out targets from long that you finally get your hand on this day. We find wild hordes of youngsters wandering around the streets screaming and chasing. And once the target is in hand, the street fight begins. Holi, the frolic festival for youngsters. (Others) × What bothers me is the irony that Holi, the festival for celebrating nature and its colours in all its hues, does not look colourful and mollifying anymore. Rather, today it is celebrated largely with water-based commercial pigments, leaving behind the dark stains of prickly magenta or green colour on our face and entire body. The unnatural toxic chemicals, which we proudly say as ‘Pakka Rang’ (synthetic Holi colours) and fashion of using grease not only harms the body or ecology but also exterminates the core principle of celebrating Holi. One must question that why Holi is celebrated particularly at this point of the year. Well, it is that time of the year when we bid a sweet farewell to winters and blissfully welcome the spring. With a change in weather comes the viral fever and cold. But to the human relief, it brings along an abundance of fruits. Now if knitting the threads together, along with religious reasons, Holi holds the significance of celebrating and using seasonal fruits as a medicinal option to keep away contagious virus. Making colours from the extracts of natural herbs, and throwing them on each other is actually a playful medical practice, which needs to be retained and revived today. Playing Holi with the extracts of Sandalwood, dried Mehendi, Palash, and Indigo (Others) × Dried Palash and Hibiscus flowers, powdered fragrant sandalwood are the typical source of vibrant red and orange colours. And if mixed with a pinch of Haldi (turmeric) creates a dazzling saffron colour, which if mixed in water sweeps the soothing odour all around. While winter is turning its back, it leaves with us the dried leaves Mehendi and Gulmohur Tree, offering the source of green colour. Indigo plant, blended with the paste of Indian blueberries and blue hibiscus, are the traditional sources for the blue pigment that adds a tint of contrast to the already coloured face. We love the perception of long-lasting stains of colours and enjoy the most when it comes to pushing friends in the tub full of coloured water. It somewhat shows the strong bond amongst the near and dear ones. It is just as if the nostalgia for belongingness rolls over. I guess this is why we say ‘daag ache hai’ (stains are good). So, to retain and keep alive the bond shared, why not add Turmeric or Kumkum in a tub along with freshly scented petals of Marigold and Rose. This makes the Holi wet, colourful, long-lasting. Moreover, one won’t have to repeatedly say ‘Bura na mano, Holi hai!’ while smearing colours to others. Enjoying the colours and aroma of fresh flowers and herbs, and simultaneously attaining the medicinal benefits from nature, well what more our mother earth can offer. In return, if not much, than at least we can thank the nature by celebrating its precious gifts and making the Holi festival as colourful as possible. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Opinion: Relearn to be colourful this Holi!

<p>The Odisha government is set to apply for geographical indication (GI) tags for Odishara Rasagola and Kandhamal turmeric after neighbouring West Bengal was granted it for the Banglar Rosogolla.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Odishara Rasagola is Odisha&#39;s variant of the sweetmeat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Odisha Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) minister Prafulla Samal said the state will &quot;soon&quot; apply for GI tags for the two products.</p>

<p>The state government has completed collection of primary data and will apply for GI tags for Odishara&nbsp;Rasagola and Kandhamal turmeric at the GI Registry office in January 2018, he said.</p>

<p>About the sweet Odisha has said it has been a part of the state&#39;s centuries-old ritual of offering prayers to Lord Jagannath and was mentioned in a 16th century Odiya epic.</p>

<p>Kandhamal turmeric is famous for being organically grown without the use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides and has a demand in international market too.</p>

<p>The Intellectual Property Facilitation Centre (IPFC) for MSMEs at the Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC) here has already started preliminary research and field work necessary for submitting the application with the GI Registry at Chennai, sources in it said.</p>

<p>The GI status would enhance the trade value of the Kandhamal turmeric and its import to other states would become easy, he added.</p>

<p>The GI tag is a sign that identifies a product as originating from a particular place.</p>

<p>The 15 items from Odisha which have already obtained GI tag comprise nadicraft items Kotpad handloom fabric, Orissa ikat, Konark stone carving, Orissa pattachitra, Pipli applique work, Khandua saree and fabrics and Gopalpur tussar fabrics.</p>

<p>The other handicraft products for which Odisha won the GI tag are Dhalapathar parda and fabrics, Sambalpuri bandha saree and fabrics, Bomkai saree and fabrics, Habaspuri saree and fabrics, Berhampur patta and saree and joda.</p>

<p>The state had also won the tag for agricultural products Ganjam kewda rooh, Ganjam kewda flower and Orissa pattachitra, the sources said.&nbsp;</p>


Odisha will also apply for a GI tag for Kandhamal turmeric

The Odisha government is set to apply for geographical indication (GI) tags for Odishara Rasagola and Kandhamal turmeric after neighbouring West Bengal was granted it for the Banglar Rosogolla. The Odishara Rasagola is Odisha's variant of the sweetmeat. Odisha Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) minister Prafulla Samal said the state will "soon" apply for GI tags for the two products. The state government has completed collection of primary data and will apply for GI tags for Odishara Rasagola and Kandhamal turmeric at the GI Registry office in January 2018, he said. About the sweet Odisha has said it has been a part of the state's centuries-old ritual of offering prayers to Lord Jagannath and was mentioned in a 16th century Odiya epic. Kandhamal turmeric is famous for being organically grown without the use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides and has a demand in international market too. The Intellectual Property Facilitation Centre (IPFC) for MSMEs at the Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC) here has already started preliminary research and field work necessary for submitting the application with the GI Registry at Chennai, sources in it said. The GI status would enhance the trade value of the Kandhamal turmeric and its import to other states would become easy, he added. The GI tag is a sign that identifies a product as originating from a particular place. The 15 items from Odisha which have already obtained GI tag comprise nadicraft items Kotpad handloom fabric, Orissa ikat, Konark stone carving, Orissa pattachitra, Pipli applique work, Khandua saree and fabrics and Gopalpur tussar fabrics. The other handicraft products for which Odisha won the GI tag are Dhalapathar parda and fabrics, Sambalpuri bandha saree and fabrics, Bomkai saree and fabrics, Habaspuri saree and fabrics, Berhampur patta and saree and joda. The state had also won the tag for agricultural products Ganjam kewda rooh, Ganjam kewda flower and Orissa pattachitra, the sources said.

After Bengal gets GI tag for 'rosogolla', Odisha to apply for 'Odishara rasagola'

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