Turmeric has numerous health benefits and we all are well aware of it. Today, it is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of health problems such as digestive disorders, respiratory infections, arthritis, liver disease and many others. The one which is even healthier and has numerous health benefits is black turmeric. It has the ability to cure many diseases. It is one of the indigenous medicines of India but is rarely found. It is also highly expensive. The scientific name of the plant is Curcuma caesia. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. It is also called blue turmeric, due to its colour when they are in pieces. In the Sanskrit language, it is called haridara.
With the increase in health problems, the demand for black turmeric has also increased. It is also claimed that it can help in curing cancer. A large variety of medicines are made from this turmeric. It is also used in making cosmetic products. Black turmeric is extremely expensive in India and foreign countries because of these qualities. Here are some of the grave health problems which can be cured by black turmeric:
Cancer: According to the report published in PubMed Central Journal, the use of black turmeric and aloe vera cures oral cancer. Some researchers claim that when oral submucous fibrosis ( OSF) occurs in the mouth, then the consumption of aloe vera and black turmeric can completely cure the disease. It has to be taken in powder form three times a day. OSF is a pre-stage of oral cancer, which later turns into a tumour.
Snake Bite: Black turmeric helps in healing wounds. As per reports, the paste of this medicinal herb is used to eliminate the poison from the snake bite. Apart from snakes, if any creature stings poison in your body, then it can be cured by applying the black turmeric paste on that place or wound.
Skin Diseases: It contains more curcumin compounds than any other species of turmeric. It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, which cure most skin diseases. The mud mask with the composition of black turmeric can also help in bringing a glow to your face.
Migraine: If the paste of black turmeric is applied to the forehead, then one can get relief from severe headaches and migraines. In case of pain or fatigue in muscles, you can apply black turmeric paste on that part of your body. It helps you feel relief from the pain and fatigue.
Immunity Booster: It carries numerous immunity-boosting properties. You can add it to a smoothie or juice. You can also consume it with honey. If used with honey, then the benefits will increase manifold.
