Turmeric the wonder spice

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Turmeric seems to be the spice of choice at the moment and when you read about it's properties it is easy to see why. It is a powerful antioxidant that promotes healthy bones and joints, keeps our immune system healthy, keeps our cholesterol in check  and gives radiant skin.  Turmeric has been considered to be "skin food" for years in India and other cultures. This is due to curcumin being the magic ingredient that gives turmeric its yellow colour. It also stops  plaque building that causes alzheimers - which is a good reason to consume masses of it right there!  And the most interesting for me is the research now coming out that says it helps protect our brains from  the toxins of fluoride which we consume everyday in many forms, including our drinking water. There is so much information now on the harm that fluoride is doing to our brains and our bodies. Especially the research that has been done into fluoride affecting our IQ…..  yet another reason to be using turmeric as often as you can! The curcumin in turmeric helps to reduce the toxicity of  fluoride in our brains by acting as a neuroprotective agent.
I have found this great smoothie recipe using turmeric that I often make for breakfast that has become my favourite way to start the day…….

1 cup almond milk
1/3 cup coconut water
1 banana
1/2 mango ( I use frozen mango when it is out of season)
A good heaped tsp of chia seeds
A good heaped tsp turmeric
1 tsp ginger

Blend all the ingredients in a blender and serve. I would suggest if you are going to use turmeric that you buy organic  just so you know it is pure and you will get the best health benefits from it. xx