Dried Turmeric (Jiang Huang)

Alias:
Turmeric, Yellow Ginger, Curcuma Root

Properties:
Pungent, Warm

Pharmacological Effects:

• Turmeric (Jiang Huang) has a wide range of benefits, including promoting blood circulation, reducing blood stasis, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, liver-protective, antibacterial, and anticancer properties. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic injuries, dysmenorrhea, liver diseases, and more.
• Modern research indicates that the active compound curcumin in turmeric has powerful antioxidant properties, which can help remove free radicals from the body, slow down aging, and promote the body's self-repair.
• Turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory effects, which help relieve pain and swelling caused by inflammation. It is useful for treating rheumatoid arthritis, muscle soreness, and traumatic injuries.
• It also has liver-protective effects, improving liver function and supporting the treatment of liver diseases like hepatitis and fatty liver.
• Turmeric exhibits antibacterial and antiviral effects, which help inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses, boosting the immune system.
• Additionally, it has some anticancer properties. Studies suggest that curcumin may help inhibit the growth of cancer cells and enhance the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
• It is suitable for adjunctive treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic injuries, liver diseases, weakened immune systems, and more.