Turmeric is a Safe Natural Remedy for Viral Infections

Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) and one of its active constituents, Curcumin, have many health benefits including boosting immunity, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral and anti-thrombotic properties.

Turmeric's immune support strengthens defenses against infections and supports faster recovery. Turmeric curcumin is a compound that is known for it’s immune-boosting properties and can help strengthen your immune system, protect against illness, ailments, respiratory infections and support your overall well-being.

Viral infections have a wide range of clinical manifestations, ranging from upper respiratory infections to critical illness like pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Viral infections can also cause a hyperinflammatory condition called a cytokine storm. This emphasizes the need for a strong anti- inflammatory treatment to alleviate the over activation of the immune response, which causes this cytokine storm. Greater severity and mortality rates are associated to people who have hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, advanced age and obesity. 

In a recent randomised, double blinded clinical trial (NCBI: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34122090/). A group of patients in a Covid Health Centre were given a Curcumin supplement with Piperene to see what the effects would be. Patients in their control group were given a dose of Probiotics twice a day and the patients in their study group where given Curcumin (525mg) and Piperene (2.5mg) in a tablet twice a day.

The group who received the Curcumin showed better clinical outcomes than the control group. The study group showed early symptomatic recovery of their coughs, fever, sore throat and breathlessness. Better ability to maintain their oxygen saturation levels above 94% and less deterioration. The study group also had reduced time spent in hospital.

It was concluded in their outcomes that Curcumin with Piperene could substantially reduce morbidity and mortality and is a safe, natural adjuvant therapy to treat viral infections.

In another medical journal (Cureus:  https://www.cureus.com/articles/68407-turmeric-as-a-possible-treatment-for-covid-19-induced-anosmia-and-ageusia) there are two reported cases of patients who had lost their sense of smell and taste. One patient had symptoms for over 45 days, after taking just one Turmeric capsule (1000mg) with Piperene, experienced complete restoration of smell and taste within ten minutes of consuming. Curcumin has been shown to bind and block the active site of Mpro, the main protease utilized by Coronavirus to produce proteins required from viral genomic RNA. Curcumin found in Turmeric may also hinder the formation of spike protein ACE2, preventing viral entry into cells and the anti-inflammatory properties of Turmeric may reduce nasal mucosal swelling.

To get the safest and most health benefits it is best consuming Turmeric and not just a Curcumin extract, just as eating an orange is better for your health than just taking a vitamin C pill. Curcumin is one of the most commonly known compounds found in Turmeric. But did you know that Turmeric contains more than three other curcuminoids and Turmerones. Various chemical constituents have also been isolated, including polyphenols, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, triterpenoids, sterols, and alkaloids. Turmeric is also nutrient rich being high in Manganese, iron, vitamin B6, copper, potassium and dietary fibre.

As Turmeric is not well retained and absorbed by the body – to make it more bio-available research shows that it should be taken with a healthy fat, Piperene found in black pepper and cooking helps release its starches so more easily absorbed.

In conclusion, if you or your family member have a viral infection, it will be well worth your while to aid your recovery with Turmeric Golden Paste. It is a safe, healthy way to help boost your immunity. If taking prescription medicine, please consult your health care practitioner before taking.      

 Turmeric Golden Paste is a ready-to-use premium Turmeric Paste comprising of Dr. Doug’s now renown Golden Paste recipe but including organic turmeric with +5.1% curcumin (not readily available), additional complimentary natural health ingredients and without the mess and staining. It’s bioavailable formula for better absorption fights inflammation, boosts immunity, aids digestive and cellular disorders, eye, skin and coat health, promotes mental health, supports disease prevention and is an antioxidant and anti-aging.