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Widely used in Indian and other South Asian cuisines, turmeric is one of the most effective natural health supplement known to mankind. It is extensively used for its medicinal properties in the Indian traditional medicine science Siddha, and owing to its rich, golden color, turmeric forms an important component in dishes outside of South Asia. With a host of medical benefits, turmeric can be very beneficial for both the brain and the body, and if you are a breastfeeding mom, you can include it in your diet for many benefits thereof.
Turmeric contains Curcumin as the main bio-active compound boasting of many powerful medicinal benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, antidepressant, anti-aging, and anti-carcinogenic properties. Commonly known as the ‘queen of spices’, this golden, pungent smelling spice has been an integral part of Indian cooking, and is also believed to have galactogogue properties as well. This powerful compound is beneficial for almost everyone, and if you are a breastfeeding mother, you too can benefit from this incredible spice.
Turmeric is widely recognized as a safe food ingredient, when consumed in moderate amounts through food and orally only. Avoid turmeric supplements as excess of turmeric in the body can cause you to shorten your lactation time. Dietary supplements of turmeric may contain multiple ingredients and are best avoided in this sensitive phase of your life. We strongly suggest you to take your doctor’s advice if turmeric is new to you or you want to know more on this spice during breastfeeding. Studies on the effect of turmeric on breastfeeding infant are also not conducted, so using the spice moderately and looking out for any anomalies is the key of including turmeric in your diet.
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