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Scientific Name: Curcuma longa
AKA: Jiang Huang, Haldi
Medicinal Properties
Turmeric is primarily used to improve the function of the digestive system. Turmeric can be used to
improve digestion. It helps to reduce problems with excess stomach acid and it protects the stomach
lining by stimulating mucus production. Turmeric can reduce the inflammation in joints to treat arthritis
and rheumatism. Turmeric can be used to treat fungal infections, eczema and psoriasis of the skin.
Turmeric can be used to thin the blood and lower cholesterol
Magickal Properties
Used for Purification
Turmeric has long been used in Hawaiian magick for purification; salt water and Turmeric are mixed
together and then sprinkled in the area to be purified, sometimes with a ti leaf. It is also sometimes
scattered on the floor or about the magick circle for protection.
Did You Know? (Background)
Turmeric is a spicy herb that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. However, recent research has shown
how much more important turmeric is than just a delicious flavoring. Eastern research has shown that it
has many uses including calming inflammation and killing bacteria. In addition it may be an herb that can
be used to prevent cancer. Once you know all that turmeric can do for the body, you'll be sure to
treasure it in your collection of herbal medicines.
AKA: Jiang Huang, Haldi
Medicinal Properties
Turmeric is primarily used to improve the function of the digestive system. Turmeric can be used to
improve digestion. It helps to reduce problems with excess stomach acid and it protects the stomach
lining by stimulating mucus production. Turmeric can reduce the inflammation in joints to treat arthritis
and rheumatism. Turmeric can be used to treat fungal infections, eczema and psoriasis of the skin.
Turmeric can be used to thin the blood and lower cholesterol
Magickal Properties
Used for Purification
Turmeric has long been used in Hawaiian magick for purification; salt water and Turmeric are mixed
together and then sprinkled in the area to be purified, sometimes with a ti leaf. It is also sometimes
scattered on the floor or about the magick circle for protection.
Did You Know? (Background)
Turmeric is a spicy herb that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. However, recent research has shown
how much more important turmeric is than just a delicious flavoring. Eastern research has shown that it
has many uses including calming inflammation and killing bacteria. In addition it may be an herb that can
be used to prevent cancer. Once you know all that turmeric can do for the body, you'll be sure to
treasure it in your collection of herbal medicines.
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