Main content:
- Turmeric is a spice favored by the world.
- The effect of turmeric.
- Note when using turmeric.
Spices "rare hard to find" in the world
Turmeric is a rustic tubers, Vietnamese people often throw away in the corner of the kitchen and use it as a spice when cooking.However, turmeric is favored by the world.
According to preliminary statistics from the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), in the first 9 months of 2024, Vietnam exported 21,841 tons of ginger, turmeric and spice, total turnover reached nearly 45Million USD.
According to marketing enterprises, turmeric is very popular in Vietnam but is a "rare and hard -to -find spice in the world, only in some countries such as India, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar and Nilgeria.
Vietnam is one of the countries with the largest turmeric area in the world, with more than 50,000 ha (as of 2021).Turmeric is grown in many places, from plains, coastal to high mountains over 1500m.Even in many places, turmeric grows wild in fields and upland fields.Vietnamese turmeric has good quality, high curcumin content, from 3-5%.
Turmeric farmers export.(Photo Source: Internet)
The effect of turmeric
Doctor Nguyen Phat Hien, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy - Facility 3said, turmeric has another name is Ung Kim and Khuong Hoang.Turmeric is an important medicinal herb in Vietnamese traditional medicine and is widely used in modern medicine.Turmeric is a valuable resource in health care.
According to research, turmeric contains chemical composition of curcumin (0.3%).This is a polyphenol compound, insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol and organic solvent.Curcumin creates a characteristic yellow color for turmeric and has antioxidant and anti -inflammatory effects.
Turmeric contains essential oils with Zingiberen, Turmeron compounds and some Sesquiterpen substances, with antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Starch, calcium oxalate and fat in turmeric help supplement nutrition and have pharmacological effects, Dr. Hien said.
Modern studies have proved many effects of turmeric.Curcumin in turmeric helps stimulate bile secretion, improves liver function and helps support the digestive system.The active ingredient Curcumin also reduces the harm caused by free radicals, prevents chronic inflammation, supports the treatment of arthritis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
According to Dr. Hien, some studies show that curcumin has the ability to inhibit the growth and metastasis of cancer cells, helping to protect healthy cells from the harmful effects of radiation.
In traditional medicine, turmeric has a spicy, bitter taste, moderate, and spleen.In ancient medical documents, turmeric is known for the effects: supporting the treatment of dysmenorrhea, blood stasis and menstruation;Help the wound heal quickly, reduce scars;Analgesic and anti -inflammatory in stomach ulcers, indigestion;Support the treatment of jaundice, gallstones and other liver disorders;Supporting abdominal pain, regulating blood gas.
People can use 1-6g of turmeric in the form of powder or decoction, divided into 2-3 drinks daily to receive the above effects.
Dr. Hien said, in addition to being used as medicine, turmeric is also used to beautify and color food.
Note when using turmeric
Dr. Hien noted, turmeric is a good medicinal but also contraindicated when used.The doctor said that pregnant women should not use turmeric because they can stimulate the uterus, affecting the health of the fetus.In addition, people with gallstones or biliary obstruction should not use turmeric.
Patients are in the process of performing chemotherapy should not use turmeric because it can reduce the effectiveness of the drug.However, after performing chemotherapy, people can use turmeric to support the treatment process more effectively.
Turmeric can reduce the effectiveness of antacids or gastroesophageal reflux drugs.Turmeric also interacts with drugs to treat diabetes, causing excessive hypoglycemia.Turmeric may increase the risk of bleeding when used with coagulation drugs.Therefore, people who are using the above drugs should not use turmeric.
Doctors recommend that people should not use turmeric in a long -term dosage for a long time because it can cause stomach irritation, diarrhea or heat.
"People should consult a doctor before using turmeric, especially when treating or using other drugs", "Doctor Hien advises.
“Turmeric is a valuable medicinal herb in traditional medicine, which can bring many benefits to health, from supporting the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, anti -inflammatory to beauty and comprehensive health care.However, the use of turmeric should be done carefully, at the right dose and according to the guidance of health experts to ensure safety and optimal efficiency ”,Doctor Hien said.