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Familiar with turmeric? Scientifically known as Curcuma Longa, a relative of ginger . In the Malay language it is called kunyit . A root that is mainly used in dishes and medicinal purposes. You can find it in powder form, but personally the real thing is more satisfying. Turmeric has been used for ages to treat flatulence , menstrual irregularities and now in the western medication as a powerful antioxidant & anti-inflammatory agent.  Here, in Malaysia , women in confinement are advised to take blended turmeric mixed with honey to hasten recovery. The mixture may taste a bit unpleasant but it does really help to reduce inflamed tissues, and you need not much of it, less than half a glass of the mixture daily is good enough. Curcumin , the special component of turmeric that is responsible for its anti-inflammatory capabilities.It is also said that the turmeric's antioxidant properties is equivalent to that of Vitamins C & E, beneficial in combating raging Free Radicals ...

Do we face inflammation problems daily? Most of us probably do, with or without realizing it's occurrence. Inflammation may occur outside the body, whereas we should be able to recognize it or internally, sometimes felt as pain, discomfort or maybe no feelings at all. Inflammation can be seen on the surface as redness, tenderness, swollen,acne and warmth to the touch, inflammation near to the epidermis or in the joints may portray itself also by these characters that is visible from the outside. However, inflammation of internal organs, such as the heart, pancreas and so on are usually symptomless and left unrecognized and make itself known until later stages, then pain and discomfort will be present. Other signs of inflammation includes:- Fever and chills. Swollen glands. Muscle stiffness. Fatigue. Headache. Inflammation is actually a normal body reaction to fight off invaders that have entered and the body. It happens when white blood cells are in action, charging against ...