Energy and Flavors- warming, bitter, dry, pungent, spicy
Parts Used- roots
Parts of Body- gastrointestinal tract, heart, liver, lungs
Conditions- alzheimer's disease, bruises, cancer, candida, chest colds, coughs, chrons disease, depression, diabetes, gallbladder and liver imbalances, gallstones, hepatitis, hyperlipidemia, IS, indigestion, injuries, jaundice, joint pain, menstrual irregularities, orofacial pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, oxidative stress, pain, pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, peptic ulcers, PMS, scabies, skin infection, ulcerative colitis, wounds, yeast overgrowth
Curative Properties- alterative, analgesic, anesthetic, antacid, antiallergic, antibacterial, anticancer, anticoagulant, antidepressant, antifungal, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, antilithic, antimicrobial, antineoplastic, antirheumatic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antiviral, aromatic astringent, bronchodilator, cholagogue, detoxifying, digestive aid, emmenagogue, germicide, hepatic, hypotensive, lithotriptic, oxytocic, stimulant
Biochemical Properties- curcumin, beta-carotene, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), calcium, flavonoids, fiber, iron, niacin, potassium, zinc
Cautions- causes uterine contractions in pregnant women, increase menstrual flow, increase liver function, hyperactive gallbladder contraction, increase risk of bleeding, possible medication interaction. NEED BLACK PEPPER TO GET CURCUMIN EXPRESSION
