Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Published : August 16, 2016 11:23 AM IST
Turmeric pills are a rage internationally. These pill, known as curcumin supplements, are popular in India, too, and are available online. As turmeric is packed with numerous health benefits, most people believe that including turmeric in the pill form might help to reap its benefits. Unlike calcium supplements and iron supplements, turmeric supplements may not be necessary for most Indians as most of our dishes have a pinch of turmeric powder or raw turmeric added to it and that provides enough health benefits for us.
Dr Tejender Kaur Sarna, Nutritionist and Lifestyle Coach says, As Indian cuisine contains turmeric either in the raw form or dried form; there is no need to take turmeric in the pill form. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, which are mainly due to the active ingredient curcumin, can be attained by adding a pinch of turmeric in your food. Most Indian diets use turmeric in curries, parathas, snacks, concoctions and even milk. So why use turmeric in the pill form, when it is available in the natural form and at a comparatively economical rate?
If you are wondering how much turmeric is too much, Dr Tejender says, there is no specific amount of turmeric that is recommended. Also, as turmeric is a heat-producing compound, use of this spice varies from condition to condition and person to person. However, adding a teaspoon or two of turmeric while preparing food is recommended. One of the most common ways to eat raw turmeric is to cook a curry or sabzi with the turmeric as the main ingredient. These are popular dishes in north India, especially Punjab and Rajasthan. You can even have it in the form of haldi doodh (add a pinch of turmeric and a spoonful of jaggery to a glass of warm milk).
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