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Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the natural ingredients that can be applied externally and also consumed. Most of the uses and benefits that come from turmeric are from one of its major component called curcumin, the main active ingredient in the spice, which makes it a powerful antioxidant and also gives it its anti-inflammatory properties.
Here are some of the many benefits of turmeric:
1. Helps in Digestion
Turmeric can be added to your child’s diet to aid the production of bile and smoothen the process of digestion. It also provides relief from bloating.
2. Prevents Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Recent research has discovered that the component curcumin in turmeric can prevent Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative Colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases.
3. Natural Pain Killer
Curcumin in turmeric is known to reduce inflammation, and it also helps the adrenal gland to make more cortisone which is a natural painkiller.
4. Balances Cholesterol Levels
Research says that the yellow pigment in turmeric, also known as curcuminoids reduces LDL cholesterol, which is the bad cholesterol in our bodies. It also stops the oxidation of bad cholesterol, and thus reduces the chances of heart diseases.
5. Enhances the Skin
The curcumin in turmeric has antioxidant properties that help heal wounds and reduce inflammation. Applying a paste made of turmeric and milk on the baby’s skin can give him soft and glowing skin. The mixture is a great home remedy for eczema and other skin issues too.
6. Helps With Morning Sickness
Diluted/mild forms of turmeric consumed in small quantities can help with morning sickness. Turmeric has a spicy and sharp taste to it which helps in fighting nausea.
7. Fights Chemicals in the Body
Curcumin has the ability to neutralise free radicals and harmful chemicals that run in the body and attack the healthy cells and cell membranes. It thus helps build immunity.
Ways to Add Turmeric to Your Baby’s Diet
Here are some ways you can feed turmeric to your baby. Please do remember that your child needs to be introduced to solid foods beforehand. If you see any signs of allergies, discontinue use and seek medical attention if required.
Turmeric milk – Add a pinch of turmeric powder to a small cup of milk. Add some sugar if needed. Sugar should be avoided for babies under the age of 1-year-old.
Soups – Add a pinch of turmeric to the soup preparations.Ensure you bring the soup to a boil before cooling and feeding it to your baby
Khichadi or Dals – The tradition recipes of khichadi and dal have some amount of turmeric in them, but because the preparation is for your baby, add just a tiny bit.
Mashed and pureed foods – Turmeric can also be added to baby foods like carrot puree, pumpkin puree, and mashed potatoes.
Chicken – If you have introduced your baby to chicken, you may add a pinch of turmeric to it while it is cooking
It is always better for you to know the side effects of all the foods to ensure your baby does not develop any allergies or reactions. Although turmeric is one of most famous spices in our tradition that brings about healing, you might end up feeding it to your little one only to realise later, that you baby’s body is not ready for the spice. Here are some side effects you need to be aware of to ensure you seek medical attention immediately if needed.