Krystal Ga
I bought some and don't know what to do with it! Every recipe calls for powder. I am interested in dietary ideas as well as cosmetic and medicinal.
Answer
Use fresh turmeric just like ginger. Peel it, grate it and add along with ginger and garlic in your curries. The amount of fresh tumeric would be about 1"x1" per teaspoon of dtied turmeric powder.
Fresh Turmeric can also be used to make Chutney just like, fresh ginger.
One thing you do not want to do is dry it out and than grind it to a powder. The fresh mature ginger needs to be boiled to a pukp and than dried and ground to make Turmeric powder.
You can always grind fresh turmeric along with Vitamin E, Aloe-vera,and Almond oil. You can search the net for right proprtions. This paste helps lighten skin color, remove wrinkles, and is an excellent moisturizer.
Turmeric in general has proven to be excellent for memory, and is credited for low rate of Alzheimer's disease in India.
Click on following for nutrition profile
http://www.indiacurry.com/nprofiles/turmeric.htm
Turmeric (Curcumin) Nutrition Profile
Turmeric is called "Haldi". Haldi is derived from Sanskrit name "Haridra". Turmeric is one of the basic ingredients used in making most of the Indian Curries. At this point I cant help mentioning one other customary use of Turmeric. The bride and bridegroom in India get a massage with specially formulated mix of Turmeric powder, Yogurt, Wholegrain wheat flour and Mustard oil. The result is a tanned body with a light yellow color that glows under candlelight. In United States, Turmeric is used in making pour-able mustard. Turmeric contains a compound "Curcumin", that gives it the distinct yellow color. For centuries, Turmeric has been used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. The German Commission E has approved turmeric for a variety of digestive disorders.
Nutrients per teaspoon of ground turmeric powder.
Energy: 8 kCal
Protein: 7 g
Fats: .22g (Saturated: .069, monounsaturated: .037, mostly polyunsaturated)
Fiber: .5 g
Moisture: .25 g
Ash: .13 g
Calcium: 4 mg
Iron: .91 mg
Magnesium: 4 mg
Phosphorus: 6 mg
Potassium: 56 mg
Copper: .013 mg
Manganese: .172 mg
Health Benefits
Antibiotic . When applied topically, it prevents bacterial infection and aids in healing wounds, cuts, bruises.
Anti-inflammatory , and anti-ulcerative properties, orally, and topically. Curcumin has shown to reduce the inflammation of the uvea. It helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis by reducing inflammation.
Curcumin increases detoxifying enzymes in the liver and protect it from from toxins such as carbon tetrachloride and acetominophen (caused by alcohol abuse or pain killers).
Helps the production of bile emptying the gallbladder. In the process it helps break down fats. It reduces secretion of acid from the stomach and protects against inflammation along the intestinal walls. it strengthens digestion and helps improve intestinal flora. It aids in the digestion of protein.
Lowers cholesterol levels and inhibits the oxidation of LDL. Oxidized LDL results in forming plaque in the walls of blood vessels. Turmeric also prevents platelet build up along the walls of an injured blood vessel. Platelets collecting at the site of a damaged blood vessel cause blood clots to form and blockage of the artery.
Anti-cancer properties. It inhibits growth of leukemia, colon caner, oral cancer, prostate and breast cancers. When applied topically, inhibits growth of skin cancer.
Reduces the destructive activity of parasites or roundworms.
Alzheimer's Disease. In animal studies, it has been found to reduce actual Amyloid plaque, and recover some of the damage from oxidation and inflammation.
Medicinal dosage
Normal dosage for average adult: ¼ teaspoon of ground Turmeric taken twice a day.
Turmeric should not be used in medicinal dosage during pregnancy or by people suffering from gall bladder disease. Excessive use could cause stomach ulcers.
Use fresh turmeric just like ginger. Peel it, grate it and add along with ginger and garlic in your curries. The amount of fresh tumeric would be about 1"x1" per teaspoon of dtied turmeric powder.
Fresh Turmeric can also be used to make Chutney just like, fresh ginger.
One thing you do not want to do is dry it out and than grind it to a powder. The fresh mature ginger needs to be boiled to a pukp and than dried and ground to make Turmeric powder.
You can always grind fresh turmeric along with Vitamin E, Aloe-vera,and Almond oil. You can search the net for right proprtions. This paste helps lighten skin color, remove wrinkles, and is an excellent moisturizer.
Turmeric in general has proven to be excellent for memory, and is credited for low rate of Alzheimer's disease in India.
Click on following for nutrition profile
http://www.indiacurry.com/nprofiles/turmeric.htm
Turmeric (Curcumin) Nutrition Profile
Turmeric is called "Haldi". Haldi is derived from Sanskrit name "Haridra". Turmeric is one of the basic ingredients used in making most of the Indian Curries. At this point I cant help mentioning one other customary use of Turmeric. The bride and bridegroom in India get a massage with specially formulated mix of Turmeric powder, Yogurt, Wholegrain wheat flour and Mustard oil. The result is a tanned body with a light yellow color that glows under candlelight. In United States, Turmeric is used in making pour-able mustard. Turmeric contains a compound "Curcumin", that gives it the distinct yellow color. For centuries, Turmeric has been used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. The German Commission E has approved turmeric for a variety of digestive disorders.
Nutrients per teaspoon of ground turmeric powder.
Energy: 8 kCal
Protein: 7 g
Fats: .22g (Saturated: .069, monounsaturated: .037, mostly polyunsaturated)
Fiber: .5 g
Moisture: .25 g
Ash: .13 g
Calcium: 4 mg
Iron: .91 mg
Magnesium: 4 mg
Phosphorus: 6 mg
Potassium: 56 mg
Copper: .013 mg
Manganese: .172 mg
Health Benefits
Antibiotic . When applied topically, it prevents bacterial infection and aids in healing wounds, cuts, bruises.
Anti-inflammatory , and anti-ulcerative properties, orally, and topically. Curcumin has shown to reduce the inflammation of the uvea. It helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis by reducing inflammation.
Curcumin increases detoxifying enzymes in the liver and protect it from from toxins such as carbon tetrachloride and acetominophen (caused by alcohol abuse or pain killers).
Helps the production of bile emptying the gallbladder. In the process it helps break down fats. It reduces secretion of acid from the stomach and protects against inflammation along the intestinal walls. it strengthens digestion and helps improve intestinal flora. It aids in the digestion of protein.
Lowers cholesterol levels and inhibits the oxidation of LDL. Oxidized LDL results in forming plaque in the walls of blood vessels. Turmeric also prevents platelet build up along the walls of an injured blood vessel. Platelets collecting at the site of a damaged blood vessel cause blood clots to form and blockage of the artery.
Anti-cancer properties. It inhibits growth of leukemia, colon caner, oral cancer, prostate and breast cancers. When applied topically, inhibits growth of skin cancer.
Reduces the destructive activity of parasites or roundworms.
Alzheimer's Disease. In animal studies, it has been found to reduce actual Amyloid plaque, and recover some of the damage from oxidation and inflammation.
Medicinal dosage
Normal dosage for average adult: ¼ teaspoon of ground Turmeric taken twice a day.
Turmeric should not be used in medicinal dosage during pregnancy or by people suffering from gall bladder disease. Excessive use could cause stomach ulcers.
Reducing weight after delivery?
kirthi
Hi,i am mom of 13 month old son.Before pregnancy i was 58 kg (5'2") and during delivery i was 78 kg.After 1 yr n after stoping breastfeed(11th month) i came back to my prev weight(58 kg) but still i look fat.bcoz of my boobs size.My size is 36C. Even i still hve fat in n around belly and in butt.My delivery was in india but now i am in america...now i hve time to do some exercise to reduce weight.I need a clean and striaght suggestion for reducing my weight.
1.What exercise to do?
2. how long n when to do? (Note:now daily i m going for a walk with my son for 1 hr not brisk walk) 3.What diet i should follow?
I like to wear short skirt and shorts but since i hve fat in my thigh and hip i hesitate to wear it.
Answer
Things You'll Need
Desire to lose weight after childbirth
Commitment to dedicate time to exercise and proper nutrition
1
The first step toward losing weight after pregnancy is a desire to do so. If you are tired of looking blobby, it has to escalate from a nagging annoyance to a willingness to get up, as least for a while each day, and do something to take off the poodge.
2
Once you know you want to get your pre-pregnancy body back (or at least close to that), you can shop around for gym memberships, explore working out with other moms, or research jogging trails near your house. For the really new moms, just getting used to walking again can be daunting. Another option is to check out a "pregnancy" or "baby and me" workout video and exercise to them at home in the privacy of your living room. Later, as you get stronger, you could look into trying a sport you wanted to try, such as sailing or circus arts. If you're not in the mood for adventure yet, look into more traditional workouts like jogging, walking or tennis at your local park. Although pricey, trainers can be helpful for the timid and those very new to the "gym experience."
3
The other component of achieving post-baby fitness is getting your diet in order. Go to a library or bookstore and find a book on cooking that you like. Experiment with recipes, but always have basic staples on hand like pasta, for those nights that cooking something new is too daunting. Some might even want to begin educating themselves to get the tools needed to structure the healthiest diet possible and still lose weight. Nursing moms need to get regular, quality protein in order to keep a continuous milk supply and keep from getting anemic. Food co-ops and farmers' markets are good places to look for organic meats. If you don't eat meat, good substitutes are hard-boiled eggs, cheese, cottage cheese and beans.
4
One trick I have used for years is to start meals with the fruit and/or vegetable portion, eating slowly before moving on to dairy, grain and protein later in the meal. This allows your stomach a few minutes to signal your brain that food has been added and you are no longer as hungry. If you start getting yourself full on the low-fat stuff, you won't want as much of the "fattening" stuff like meats, cheeses, pastas, pizza and sweet desserts. Invite friends over or people you know can cook well, and have them give you a mini cooking lesson. Really new parents may want to get the friend to cook the entire meal for them. (Maybe the friend will share her cooking tips later while you are all enjoying the fabulous food!)
Tips & Warnings
Cut out the fast food. This is probably one of the biggest and best steps you can take toward losing pregnancy weight and giving yourself the gift of better heart health.
Buy raw, organic vegetables and steam them.
Keep plenty of fresh fruit around the house, and snack on it if you are ravenous between meals.
Go through your fridge and cupboards and throw out any foods containing hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats, and tropical oils. Dr. Andrew Weil (see Resources below) said he foresees the U.S. outlawing the use of trans fats in foods; it is that damaging to the body! New York City banned trans fats in restaurants in 2006.
Most doctors advise new mothers to adhere to a 6-week post-delivery period of recovery. You may want to interpret this to mean a mostly sedentary lifestyle. Listen to your body and back off if it still seems to early to work out.
A good warning sign to pay attention to is increased bleeding after an activity.
This is not meant as a comprehensive roadmap for eating well and losing weight post-baby, but is intended as a departure point, to get ideas flowing and help point new moms in the healthy directions they would like to take themselves.
Things You'll Need
Desire to lose weight after childbirth
Commitment to dedicate time to exercise and proper nutrition
1
The first step toward losing weight after pregnancy is a desire to do so. If you are tired of looking blobby, it has to escalate from a nagging annoyance to a willingness to get up, as least for a while each day, and do something to take off the poodge.
2
Once you know you want to get your pre-pregnancy body back (or at least close to that), you can shop around for gym memberships, explore working out with other moms, or research jogging trails near your house. For the really new moms, just getting used to walking again can be daunting. Another option is to check out a "pregnancy" or "baby and me" workout video and exercise to them at home in the privacy of your living room. Later, as you get stronger, you could look into trying a sport you wanted to try, such as sailing or circus arts. If you're not in the mood for adventure yet, look into more traditional workouts like jogging, walking or tennis at your local park. Although pricey, trainers can be helpful for the timid and those very new to the "gym experience."
3
The other component of achieving post-baby fitness is getting your diet in order. Go to a library or bookstore and find a book on cooking that you like. Experiment with recipes, but always have basic staples on hand like pasta, for those nights that cooking something new is too daunting. Some might even want to begin educating themselves to get the tools needed to structure the healthiest diet possible and still lose weight. Nursing moms need to get regular, quality protein in order to keep a continuous milk supply and keep from getting anemic. Food co-ops and farmers' markets are good places to look for organic meats. If you don't eat meat, good substitutes are hard-boiled eggs, cheese, cottage cheese and beans.
4
One trick I have used for years is to start meals with the fruit and/or vegetable portion, eating slowly before moving on to dairy, grain and protein later in the meal. This allows your stomach a few minutes to signal your brain that food has been added and you are no longer as hungry. If you start getting yourself full on the low-fat stuff, you won't want as much of the "fattening" stuff like meats, cheeses, pastas, pizza and sweet desserts. Invite friends over or people you know can cook well, and have them give you a mini cooking lesson. Really new parents may want to get the friend to cook the entire meal for them. (Maybe the friend will share her cooking tips later while you are all enjoying the fabulous food!)
Tips & Warnings
Cut out the fast food. This is probably one of the biggest and best steps you can take toward losing pregnancy weight and giving yourself the gift of better heart health.
Buy raw, organic vegetables and steam them.
Keep plenty of fresh fruit around the house, and snack on it if you are ravenous between meals.
Go through your fridge and cupboards and throw out any foods containing hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats, and tropical oils. Dr. Andrew Weil (see Resources below) said he foresees the U.S. outlawing the use of trans fats in foods; it is that damaging to the body! New York City banned trans fats in restaurants in 2006.
Most doctors advise new mothers to adhere to a 6-week post-delivery period of recovery. You may want to interpret this to mean a mostly sedentary lifestyle. Listen to your body and back off if it still seems to early to work out.
A good warning sign to pay attention to is increased bleeding after an activity.
This is not meant as a comprehensive roadmap for eating well and losing weight post-baby, but is intended as a departure point, to get ideas flowing and help point new moms in the healthy directions they would like to take themselves.
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