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Turmeric<\/span><\/a> is a plant in the ginger family that\u2019s often used as a spice in food, tea, and supplements. You might best know it as the spice that makes curry that vibrant, yellow color, which is why turmeric is sometimes called Indian saffron. The flavorful and colorful spice has made its way around the world and is often touted for its many health benefits, which are derived from its key ingredient, curcumin. While many people may benefit from incorporating turmeric into their diets or supplement regimes, women, in particular, may find specific health benefits in several areas of their overall health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Turmeric<\/span> can benefit women because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory foods and supplements can improve many health conditions, but turmeric specifically may help improve heart, brain, and mental health, as well as prevent cancer and provide relief for arthritis and menstrual symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Health benefits of turmeric for women<\/span><\/h2>\n

The benefits of turmeric are still being researched, but there are several studies that support the spice\u2019s potential to help in a variety of health areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Brain health<\/span><\/h3>\n

Antioxidants and anti-inflammatories help brain health, but there have also been specific studies on the ability of curcuminoids to enhance brain-derived neurotrophic activity, which helps the brain function overall, including in the areas of focus and memory retention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many brain and memory diseases, such as <\/span>Alzheimer’s disease<\/span><\/a> and other forms of dementia, are caused by deficits in brain-derived neurotrophic activity. Turmeric use can potentially help prevent these degenerative conditions by reducing the buildup of plaque. This is significant since Alzheimer\u2019s is the fifth leading cause of death in U.S. women<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

There have also been specific studies on the effect of turmeric on other brain conditions and diseases. For example, turmeric extract shows promise in treating <\/span>Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/span><\/a> due to its mood-regulating potential and anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Heart health<\/span><\/h3>\n

Cardiovascular disease remains the number one cause of death in the world, accounting for <\/span>1 in 3<\/span><\/a> deaths among women. Studies show curcumin has the ability to <\/span>limit or reduce instances of cardiovascular diseases<\/span><\/a>. Part of the reason is because of its anti-inflammatory properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Heart attacks and strokes are due in part to vascular issues that occur when the arteries fail to properly transport blood around the body. Studies suggest that <\/span>curcumin in turmeric supplements<\/span><\/a> can improve the function of the vascular system and reduce oxidative stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Turmeric has also been linked to healthier cholesterol levels, which directly impacts heart health. Keeping LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol (the \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol) down helps you live a longer and healthier life, and <\/span>turmeric can help<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cancer prevention<\/span><\/h3>\n

Cancer is the second highest cause of death in women, right after heart disease, according to the CDC. Research is ongoing, but several studies have looked at <\/span>turmeric\u2019s potential to prevent cancer<\/span><\/a>\u2014specifically <\/span>colon cancer<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>lymphoma<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Arthritis relief<\/span><\/h3>\n

Women are <\/span>more prone to arthritis than men<\/span><\/a>.<\/span> According to research, the curcuminoids in turmeric can <\/span>help relieve arthritis<\/span><\/a>, sometimes <\/span>just as well as anti-inflammatory pain medications<\/span><\/a>. Because of turmeric\u2019s anti-inflammatory properties, \u201c<\/span>It can potentially alleviate joint pain,\u201d says <\/span>Jordan Hill<\/span><\/a>, a lead registered dietitian at Top Nutrition Coaching<\/span>. Some people add it to recipes or take it as a supplement to help reduce inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n

There have also been studies showing positive results in <\/span>curcuminoid supplements for people with rheumatoid arthritis<\/span><\/a>, which occurs <\/span>more often in women than men<\/span><\/a>, at a rate of 70% of cases<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mental health<\/span><\/h3>\n

People with high levels of inflammation are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. Decreasing inflammation with turmeric-rich foods or supplements can have an effect on symptoms associated with mental illness, including feelings of depression and anxiety and systemic symptoms like fatigue, insomnia, and body aches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some animal studies show curcuminoids as a <\/span>preventive for anxiety<\/span><\/a>, and other studies show that it has the potential for <\/span>use as an antidepressant<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Skincare<\/span><\/h3>\n

Because <\/span>antioxidants and anti-inflammatories slow down aging<\/span><\/a>, many people use turmeric products on their skin. These same properties also aid in wound healing, including acne scarring. You should always seek professional medical advice regarding whether you should use turmeric for <\/span>skincare<\/span><\/a>, but people with skin conditions such as eczema, <\/span>psoriasis<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>alopecia<\/span><\/a> have seen benefits from turmeric use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Menstrual symptoms\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Menstruation, without other health impairments, can come with a variety of symptoms that anti-inflammatories can help alleviate. \u201c<\/span>Some women use turmeric to potentially alleviate cramping or other symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS),\u201d Hill says. One possible reason for this is that <\/span>turmeric may improve vitamin D levels<\/span><\/a>, and a lack of the vitamin is associated with PMS and painful periods.<\/span><\/p>\n

Curcumin, a compound in the turmeric root, may also help <\/span>alleviate symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)\u00a0 in women with high levels of androgens or blood sugar<\/span><\/a>, but more research is needed. Always check in with your healthcare provider if you have particularly painful, heavy, irregular, or absent menstrual cycles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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