Cooking Turmeric Destroy Its Benefits

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A research study has shown that cooking turmeric may result in the loss of curcumin compound. How far is this true? Should you stop cooking turmeric altogethe

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The spice that is hailed by Ayurveda for its potent anti-ageing and antioxidant properties is a common feature in a lot of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes. Turmeric is one of the most important spices in the spice box that can be found in almost every Indian kitchen. But should turmeric be cooked or should it be consumed raw to reap its benefits better? Let's find out

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Tumeric has a number of health benefits, including naturally cooling the body and also improving immunity. A number of studies have proven the antioxidant properties of the spice as well. This is why golden milk and golden lattes with turmeric powder in them have started making appearances in cafes around the world. Most of the benefits of turmeric have been credited to the presence of certain compounds called curcuminoids. In turmeric powder, about 1 to 6 per cent curcuminoids are present, which lend the spice its antioxidant properties. Along with curcuminoids, turmeric also has some 34 essential oils. These compounds lend turmeric its health benefits which include protecting the brain, boosting digestion and immunity, providing relief from arthritic pain and even prevention of cancer!

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