Episode Details
Back to Episodes
Could Turmeric help indigestion?
Description
Turmeric is a plant that belongs to the ginger family. It has a bright yellow-orange color, and a bitter and peppery taste. The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, a compound that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
One of the conditions that turmeric may help with is indigestion which can be caused by various factors, such as stress, overeating, alcohol, medications, or underlying diseases. However, one of the main causes is excess stomach acid, which can irritate the lining of the stomach and the esophagus causing symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, nausea, and heartburn.
But what if there was a natural alternative to drugs? So, should you start taking tumeric? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 19/10/2023
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices