Turmeric for weight loss: Scientific Evidence
According to a 2015 scientific report [1], turmeric helps weight loss by stopping fat cells growing. Results of the study say the following: consumption of curcumin “increased weight loss from 1.88 to 4.91%, enhanced percentage reduction of body fat (from 0.70 to 8.43%), increased waistline reduction (from 2.36 to 4.14%)”.
The reason turmeric may prompt weight loss is that it turns white fat into brown fat, which is burned by the body to release energy, not stored as fat.
Turmeric is also famous for its antiviral, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties. Owing to its endless list of uses and benefits, this herb has earned the title “Queen of Spices.”
Regular consumption of turmeric will help you stay in shape. Below we will discuss turmeric benefits and best ways to safely use it for weight loss. But first, let’s resolve possible name confusion.
Turmeric vs Curcumin: are they the same?
The most active component of turmeric is curcumin, which gives the spice it’s bright orange-yellow color. Actually, most of the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and other prominent power comes not from turmeric itself, but from its active ingredient, curcumin.
The two words are sometimes used interchangeably, but the technical difference between the two is that turmeric is the yellowish powder used to flavor foods, while curcumin is a chemical contained within turmeric.
What is advised concentration of curcumin
In order to get a therapeutic effect (or, in other words, significant weight loss effect), you need to realize, that consuming turmeric as a spice is not enough. Keep in mind, that only about 3-6% of the weight of turmeric powder is curcumin and curcuminoid compounds that provide most of turmeric’s effects.
In order to get enough curcuminoids, high concentrations of curcumin are required which can’t be provided by the amount of turmeric one consumes on a daily basis.
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