What are the benefits of drinking turmeric water on an empty stomach in the morning? Know from the experts

Do you eat or drink something healthy first thing in the morning on an empty stomach? If not, then read in this article what are the benefits of drinking turmeric on an empty stomach. Regular consumption of turmeric can have many benefits for your health. You can drink turmeric water on the advice of your doctor.

Turmeric water on empty stomach: The first bite of food or drink in the morning decides how your health is going to be. If you eat healthy food on an empty stomach, you will feel active throughout the day, but if you start your day with junk food or unhealthy things, then diseases will come knocking immediately. But now the question is what is a healthy diet and how to consume healthy things. In such a situation, today we will tell you about a healthy diet which is very beneficial for the body when consumed on an empty stomach, whose name is turmeric.

 

Turmeric is a common but very powerful spice used in Indian kitchens. Curcumin present in it is scientifically considered to be an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunity booster. Especially when turmeric is taken with lukewarm water on an empty stomach in the morning, its benefits increase even more. Both Ayurveda and science confirm that turmeric water can be beneficial for health in many ways. Dr. RP Parashar, Chief Medical Officer in the Ayurveda Department of the Delhi Government, has told about this .

 

 

1 Detoxifies the body

Lukewarm turmeric water helps in flushing out toxins from the body. It helps in cleansing the liver and also keeps the metabolism active. Drinking it early in the morning makes you feel light throughout the day.

2. Strengthens the digestive system

The properties found in turmeric activate digestive enzymes, which helps in digesting food quickly and properly. It provides relief in problems like gas, constipation, acidity and also helps in cleaning the intestines.

3 Boosts the Immune System

Curcumin present in turmeric strengthens the body's immunity. It helps in fighting bacteria and viruses. Drinking turmeric water daily prevents seasonal diseases like cold and cough.

4 Helpful in weight loss

Turmeric speeds up metabolism and prevents fat cells from accumulating. When taken with warm water and lemon, it can also help in reducing belly fat.

5 Makes the skin clear and glowing

The antioxidant properties of turmeric fight free radicals in the body, which keeps the skin glowing. It also helps in getting rid of acne and blemishes. The skin starts glowing naturally.

6 Relief from inflammation and joint pain

The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric provide relief from joint inflammation, arthritis and muscle pain. Drinking turmeric water in the morning reduces the inflammatory response in the body.

7. Controls blood sugar and cholesterol

Some research suggests that regular intake of turmeric balances blood sugar levels and helps reduce bad cholesterol (LDL). It may be beneficial for diabetic patients (but consultation with a doctor is necessary).

What do the scientific reasons say?

According to the Journal of Medicinal Food, curcumin blocks enzymes that cause inflammation in the body. At the same time, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) report states that turmeric has antioxidant and immune-boosting properties that can help fight cancer and heart diseases. Along with this, Ayurvedic Research also considers turmeric as a "natural antibiotic" which cleanses the body from within.

How To Make Turmeric Water?

Mix half a teaspoon of turmeric powder (organic) in a cup of lukewarm water. If you want, you can also add lemon juice and a pinch of black pepper (black pepper increases the effect of curcumin). Apart from this, mix raw turmeric tightly in water. Boil it for a few minutes and cool it. Filter and drink it.

How to drink:

It should be drunk slowly on an empty stomach in the morning. Take it at least 30 minutes after eating.

Consult a doctor

Dr. Parashar says that some people may be allergic to turmeric. They should consume it only on the advice of their doctor.