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Any one feel this works? I sprinkle turmeric on chicken and vegetables and hope for the best? Any doctors recommend these things? Am I grasping at straws?
Thanks forum buddies! You keep me upbeat and smiling, Vacationing in Nantucket. Lots of rest.
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Anhaga sandy65909
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I remember reading something about turmeric which made me think that in my case at any rate I should avoid it. Can't remember why. I have recently used aloe vera gel and found that helpful. I bought a bottle of aloe vera liquid last time, and I really think it is not helping me nearly as much, so will try the gel again next time. Take a couple of tablespoons twice a day. I also like a cup of tea made from fresh gingerroot every evening. Ginger is in same family as turmeric and a proven anti-inflammatory.
Michdonn Anhaga
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Anhaga, Aloe vera gel has been recommended for increasing glucose sensitivity, have not tried it yet. Figured I get the PMR under control before I started down another road, but do want to give it a try. Keep smiling. 🙂
susan29426 sandy65909
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Tumeric is an anti-inflammatory. I've resumed taking capsules and think it's helping. In any case, I've had some unusually good days since I started. As Ellen mentioned, black pepper is good with it. Also, some oil, since it's oil soluble. I used to make a drink at night - tumeric root, ginger root, coconut milk, a tsp of ghee and a sprinkle of black pepper. It's soothing at the very least.
sandy65909 susan29426
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What's the name of capsules? Can you get them on Amazon? Dosage? Do I need Dr. approval? Glad you're feeling well. Thanks.
Anhaga sandy65909
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Check that you don't have any contraindications for taking turmeric supplements. I looked it up again as there was a reason I wouldn't consider it, and the main thing for me is I have a tendency to low iron, plus it can lower blood pressure. Other people may be concerned that it can increase symptoms of GERD or it can interfere with some of their other meds - anyone on omeprazole, are you listening?
Michdonn Anhaga
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Anhaga, I besides being a diabetic I have
Barrett esophagus is a precancerous condition predominantly seen in patients with longstanding acid reflux disease, have been prescribed Omeprazole. I started taking Turmeric several months ago and have had no bad side effects. Both of my doctors have been notified of all my medications and supplements. Several on the medications and supplements can interact with each other there for it is somewhat of a juggling act.
But so far all is good and I have a smile on my face. 🙂
sandy08116 sandy65909
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A friend - who has blood cancer - swears by it to reduce pain. 'The turmeric plant grows in South Asia and is related to the ginger family (it is a common ingredient in curries). Curcumin is a key chemical in turmeric. Claims: Reduces pain, inflammation and stiffness related to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA); treats bursitis'.
As an ex-pat Sri Lankan, I use it a lot in cooking. I don't have pain, so I don't need it for anything else. Used extensively in the East, it's the current 'wonder panacea' in the West, but I would advise you check with your doctor about real benefits and if there will be any contra-indications with drugs you are already on. It's also easy to grow from corms - like I did in a pot. Have a go.
Michdonn sandy08116
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Hi sandy08116, I read about it couple of months ago, when I was in so much pain with my flare, started taking it then, informed both doctors. Either of which seemed to care, whether it is helping of not is questionable, but I am tapering down without incident so I not changing any supplements. Continuing on my journey with a smile on my face. 🙂
susan29426 sandy65909
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Don't think I can post a brand name here, Sandy. In the U.S., I buy it at Costco, and it says TUMERIC in big letters. Large square bottle. It also contains black pepper extract.
EileenH susan29426
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Michdonn susan29426
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