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# Top 6 Turmeric Benefits

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## Tips

1. firstly, by brushing the teeth in the paste prepared from 4 tbsp turmeric, 2 tbsp baking soda and little coconut oil helps to whiten teeth.

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2. also, consuming ½ tsp of turmeric thrice a day prevents diabetes.

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3. consuming ½ tsp of turmeric with ½ cup of curd cures diarrhea.

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4. in addition, consuming 1 glass of boiled milk along with 1 tsp of turmeric controls asthma.

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5. furthermore, applying 1 tsp of turmeric with 1 tsp honey to face reduces pimples.

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6. finally, turmeric acts as preservatives when added to [**pickle**](http://hebbarskitchen.com/recipes/pickle-recipes/).

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## Notes

* firstly, excess consumption of turmeric causes nausea, diarrhea, increased menstrual flow and low blood pressure.

* use turmeric with caution if you are pregnant.

* also, store turmeric in a air tight container away from sunlight.

* do not freeze turmeric as they will loose its properties.

* additionally, turmeric prevents hair loss, dandruff and also makes hair thick and strong.

* furthermore, turmeric acts as a pesticide for ants and insects.

* also found useful in healing peptic ulcers.

* and turmeric is not toxic even at very high doses for kids.

* turmeric also helps in repairing damage of cells.

* finally, **turmeric** boosts immunity, improves digestion and reduces chronic cough.

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  Original recipe by Hebbar's Kitchen: [https://hebbarskitchen.com/top-6-turmeric-powder-health-benefits/](https://hebbarskitchen.com/top-6-turmeric-powder-health-benefits/)
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