UNIVERSITAS BUDI LUHUR UNGGULAN DI JAKARTA

Turmeric (Curcuma domestica Vahl.) Or more commonly known as turmeric by the Javanese and Sundanese koneng is a medicinal plant from Asia. Plants of the family Zingiberaceae is growing very well in Indonesia and easily found in the market. The main part of the turmeric rhizome has medicinal properties are located in the ground.Turmeric is no stranger to the mothers, the usual add in cooking as a seasoning herb. Turmeric is also used as a natural dye dishes were not carcinogenic, does not cause any side effects and is safe to eat, even in large numbers. In addition to color, he also gives a distinctive aroma and can cover unpleasant odors that emerge from the eggs and bacon.Turmeric is mildly bitter taste with a mixture of slightly spicy, aromatic characteristic odor, discolored and non-toxic. The main chemical compounds contained in turmeric are curcuminoids and essential oils. The yellow color comes from turmeric containing curcumin curcuminoids. Typical aromas of essential oils is a sesquiterpene alcohol. Turmeric also contains protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, fat and gums.Efficacy of turmericTurmeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye and medicine. Turmeric is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine, as it has antiseptic and antibacterial qualities, has the same effect with fluoride for teeth, heal psoriasis and inflammation of the joints, and help with digestive problems and depression.Some of the medicinal properties of turmeric in humans:

    In addition to having antimicrobial activity, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties, turmeric is also potential to increase the amount of antioxidants in the body. Curcumin, a natural phenolic compound in turmeric is useful to boost immunity.
    Turmeric potential in cancer treatment. In patients with cancer, the cancer cells spread through the blood vessels (metastasis) and tissue into tumors. Angiogenesis also occurs, namely the growth of new blood vessels to the tumor spread to the supply of nutrients, oxygen and circulation of dirt. Curcumin treat cancer by inhibiting the growth of new blood vessels are.
    Women who have problems with menstruation can use turmeric to overcome. Pharmacological effects of turmeric can be launched and menstrual blood, and reduce pain and fatigue coming months.
    As a natural anticoagulant, turmeric can inhibit blood clotting and prevent thrombosis.
    Turmeric may lower blood pressure, treat diarrhea, stomach pain, asthma, appendicitis, and rheumatism.
    Natural analgesic properties of turmeric works by inhibiting Cox-2 triggers the pain. With analgesic properties and antiinflamasinya, turmeric can cure arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
    Dementia disease can be slowed by frequent consumption of turmeric in food. Alzheimer's disease is one disease that dementia occurs commonly in older age, when the physical capacity of the brain is reduced. Turmeric has the potential to extend the term of the brain's cognitive abilitas. Several studies have shown that elderly people in Asia who often consume curry (curry) containing turmeric has a better memory than seniors in other continents.Products made from turmericNow there are various products on the market that use turmeric as a main ingredient or added in the mix. Among them are herbal. Herbal basically means "strong medicine" or "cure all" and is a local healing system that originated from Indonesia. Turmeric is a natural herbal ingredients that have been used since antiquity. Turmeric in herbal medicine or herbal ingredients are used by women to brighten skin tone and make it more healthy, smooth and seamless. This is because turmeric has antiseptic activity that can relieve itching and bacterial infections such as acne. Herbal Turmeric can restore the freshness of body aches and fatigue. In women, the herb turmeric can prevent cysts or uterine cancer, because turmeric has anti-cancer activity.However, today's pattern of life is getting modern society increasingly busy and no time to use the conventional turmeric. Some manufacturers have sold turmeric in powder form that is practical and easy to use and durable, with a long expiration date. Turmeric powder and capsule form that is available at health stores at a dose of approximately 250-500 mg per capsule. Turmeric is also used by the cosmetics industry in sunscreen cream, hair removal products scar treatment.Some recipes saffronThere are several petua to consume turmeric empirically in the home, by boiling turmeric and coupled with a few other ingredients according to the disease to be treated. Here are some examples:

    Fever: turmeric rhizome washed (20g), grated, plus 100ml lukewarm water, squeeze with filter cloth. Water is taken 2 times a day.
    Diarrhea: turmeric sliced, boiled with water, plus 1 teaspoon water whiting, stir until smooth. Chill. The filter water is taken 3 times a day until healed.
    Ulcers: turmeric grated thumb, plus a teaspoon of water whiting and lemon 1 orange juice, stirring until smooth. Apply the mixture on the parts of the body.
    Itching (chickenpox): a piece of turmeric, a handful of leaf acid washed, blended until smooth like porridge. Apply on the itching part of the body.
    Whitish: Turmeric old (15g) peeled and grated. Plus 150ml tamarind water and sugar and stir well. Squeeze the cloth, and drink every day.
    Tonsillitis: half finger turmeric grated, plus 2 tablespoons water, stirring until smooth, squeeze and take the water. Add 1 chicken egg yolk and a little water whiting. Beat adunan, drink 1 to 2 times a day.
    Gingivitis: half thumb turmeric and 3 pieces of sliced ​​gambier. Boil in 2 cups of water so that the remaining 1 cup. Use water to rinse 3 to 4 times a day.
    Late menstruation: turmeric and leaves sigading (15g), nutmeg and cardamom seeds (10g), coriander, black cumin and cloves (5g). Boil these ingredients with 3 cups of water to the remaining 1 cup. Cool, strain, divided into 3 sections to drink 3 times a day.
    Skin and general health (herbal): 100g fresh turmeric, lemon juice 100 ml, 11/2 tablespoons of honey and water. Saffron mashed in a blender, combine the turmeric paste with honey and lemon juice. Add water as needed. Drink regularly.Wise consumeAlthough turmeric has many benefits, its use should be judicious as over-consumption can lead to various complications. Turmeric should not be used by people with gallstones or biliary obstruction. Pregnant women should berkonsultansi with your doctor before taking turmeric for saffron in high amounts can stimulate the uterus. Elderly people should not eat excessive turmeric as it can cause stomach pain, liver and kidney disorders.