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Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and healing spice<\/strong>, but not all turmeric is created equal<\/strong>! Before you buy turmeric, here\u2019s what you need to know to get the best quality and maximum health benefits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Curcumin is the active compound<\/strong> in turmeric responsible for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Many store-bought turmeric powders contain low levels of curcumin<\/strong>, making them less effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2714 Look for turmeric with at least 5-7% curcumin<\/strong> content. Curcumin is hard for the body to absorb<\/strong> on its own. To get the full benefits, always combine turmeric with black pepper<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Piperine<\/strong>\u00a0(found in black pepper)\u00a0boosts curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%!<\/strong> \u2714 Try this:<\/strong> Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric, a pinch of black pepper, and a teaspoon of olive oil<\/strong> into warm water or tea for a powerful health boost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some turmeric powders are mixed with cheap fillers like starch or even artificial colors! \u2714 Test at home:<\/strong> Add a spoon of turmeric to warm water. Pure turmeric will settle at the bottom, while fake turmeric may leave a cloudy or foamy layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a0Golden Milk:<\/strong>\u00a0Warm milk + turmeric + black pepper + honey. Before buying turmeric, make sure you choose high-quality, organic turmeric with high curcumin content<\/strong> and always pair it with black pepper<\/strong> for the best absorption. Don\u2019t waste money on fake turmeric\u2014know what to look for and get the real benefits!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ingredients Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and healing spice, but not all turmeric is created equal! Before you buy turmeric, here\u2019s what…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3831,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[5,3,4,2,6,7,8,9,15,14],"class_list":["post-3830","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes","tag-challenge","tag-cheesy","tag-chicken","tag-food","tag-italian","tag-pasta","tag-pizza","tag-pizzeria","tag-potatoes","tag-yum"],"yoast_head":"\n1. Always Choose Turmeric with High Curcumin Content<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2714 Organic is best<\/strong> \u2013 It\u2019s free from pesticides and chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Powder vs. Fresh Root \u2013 Which is Better?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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3. Without This Ingredient, Turmeric Won\u2019t Work!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0Healthy fats<\/strong>\u00a0(like olive oil or coconut oil) also help absorption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n4. Watch Out for Fake or Low-Quality Turmeric<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If turmeric\u00a0stains too much<\/strong>\u00a0(bright yellow color that won\u2019t wash off easily), it might contain\u00a0synthetic dyes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n5. The Best Way to Use Turmeric for Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Add to meals:<\/strong>\u00a0Sprinkle on soups, salads, and roasted veggies.
\u00a0Turmeric Tea:<\/strong>\u00a0Boil turmeric with black pepper, ginger, and lemon.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n