The 10 Do's and Don't's vital to the beginning of a possible relationship!

So, too often people walk  into a "relationships" without understanding the mental regulated "pamphlet" an individual comes with.

Some people are ready for sex but not marriage, some people are ready for a wedding but not marriage, some people are ready to "Chill" but not date, Some people are ready to date but not marry. I can go on for days with the many  plausible scenarios that are possible.

My point is what do you want, Now this is for grown folks. WHAT DO YOU WANT?  Now while I'm throwing that at you let me also ask WHAT DO YOU NEED??

Ask your self these questions before you consider dating because if you don't assertively know, you will end up like the horse who is seeking after the dangling carrot strung up on a stick right before his face...

1.One of the main questions that many people call TABOO to ask on the first date  is the big Religious/Belief system question.  It IS VITAL that you and your potential spouse are on one accord in regards to belief. Each belief from Christianity to atheism has its own standards of living so if you are a Christian for example who falls in love with an atheist, Your faith will be compromised and if you end up married ,with child you must remember that your spouse will want to give suggestions in raising your children.

That type of Yoke is unequal and can stir strife before you even become comfortable.

2. It's important to look at the heart of the individual. Are they infatuated by your ever fading looks? Are they lusting after you? You can tell by how attentive they listen when you speak. When a person is truly in love with you they value what you say because they want to hear your heart speak. They will be pride-less when speaking and responding. They will understand that you are not their opponent. They will consider your feelings and avoid hurting you at all cost.

3. Beware of a person who starts acting "Brand New" after the "interview stage" of the relationship. I'm not talking about getting comfortable, I'm talking about literally "Who ARE YOU!" ... At that point they are showing their true self  and no YOU can't change them. They have already got where they wanted to with you. These types of people are manipulative . They usually fake it until they make it in any situation. SO RUUUNNN!

4. Ask them about their family environment and childhood. Look at them while they speak, See what type of emotions come with the words they speak during the reminiscing. Sometimes people carry hatred or pain towards their parents over into their relationship, For example if a man hates or is annoyed by his Mother he may take that out on you. I have experienced this first hand and the sad thing is my ex didn't know what he was doing. This goes both ways because if your mate is overly attached to their family consider the possibility of your mates family being heavily involved in your life. Some people are ok with an involved family, some are not. In addition some family members aren't ok with you taking their sibling or "child" away. You can overcome those issues is your mate is willing to side with you, if by all means you are being sensible and fair also.

5. SNOOP, Yep I condone it SNOOP AWAY, Check their Fb, IG, Twitter or general social media. Check to see if they air out their dirty laundry all over social media. If they do prepare to be atleast one status update!!!. People who often put their business out their or anyones business who pisses them off have emotional stability problems . They also careless about privacy and being discreet. That type of person is a drama Bomb! Check how often they are in relationships, Fb keeps track of that type of thing. See how many people they are talking to. No one buys a car they know nothing about! Well your life mate is much more valuable than a car so check em' out!

6. Before you say yes to a relationship and if you have access, MEET their family. You want to know what you are getting yourself into, you want to know how they act around their family too. When people are around their family Members they usually  act "real". It can be either great and exciting or devastating and brand new... If it is a "brand new" scenario refer back to number 3!

7. Figure out how the person perceives money and finances. Do they love money? Are they ok on a budget? Do they prefer higher end things? You can figure this out quickly if you ask them about their hobbies. Ex: If they say they like to Travel the world, They like scuba diving, They like shopping on Saks, They like cruises etc etc that will give you an Idea of what type of life they live!! Right.. Or Ex#2: If They say like hanging out at home , They like the movies, They like hanging out at parks and They like back yard bar-b-ques etc etc  you can grasp an idea of what type of person they are. Neither person in the examples are bad and I'm not implying that the separate examples can't fall in love , I'm only displaying these examples so You can be prepared for what is to come in your dating venture.

8. Learn how to except a person who was raised differently than you. You can't expect your mate to act like the household you were raised in and Visa Versa. What you both are looking for is valuable compromise . If he isn't as clean as you can you live with that? If she doesn't cook like ya Momma can you get past that?? Find out these small details and see if compromises can be made. Compromise is one of the ultimate acts of Love. (Two hands from some place on earth coming together as one)

9.What do you have in common? make sure you have some stuff in common. Or refer back to #8

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10. Communicate your wants and needs properly and BE FAIR!!. Never leave any doors open for speculation and assumption. Talk , talk TALK. how else will you know how things are truly?? Never stop communicating or else you will become strangers and that "once" deep connection will end looking like a book you read in elementary that you hardly remember... Communicate!!!

Never Give up on Love.

Enjoy Melanie xo~

Ingrown hair and razor bump removal with APPLE CIDER VINEGER (with "The Mother") and Tea tree oil .

Ingrown hairs and razor bumps  are one of those things  every human experiences but never talks about. Women who shave or wax have had them and men who shave their beards have had them. These bumps can be painful and they are prone to infections.  With the above photo you can see how both razor bumps and ingrown hairs are formed. It's important to establish which type of irritant you have  although both can be healed with ACV and Tea tree oil!!. I have had them and they are extremely annoying. They can actually change the pigment of your skin which most people find unattractive.

They are most prone in people with course or even semi curly hair but no one is exempt because the wrong shaver can cause these little jerks to pop up and get all bent out of shape also.  

Ingrown hairs can actually be itchy and uncomfortable, especially if you've got a lot of them. You may notice pus inside the bumps. Or you may see the hair that's causing the problem.

In men, ingrown hairs often pop up as a bunch of little bumps on the chin, cheeks, or neck after shaving.

In women, ingrown hairs are common on the legs, as well as in the pubic area and armpits.

Also, people with high levels of certain sex hormones can have excessive hair growth, which makes it more likely to get ingrown hairs, especially after shaving.

Many African-Americans, Latinos, and people with thick or curly hair develop a type of ingrown hair called pseudofolliculitis. More commonly known as "razor bumps," this collection of little bumps is common on the beard area after you've shaved, waxed, or tweezed to remove unwanted hair. The hair that grows back has a sharper edge, so it can more easily poke back through the skin and get trapped under the surface.

Now the solution. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR!!! annnnd Tea tree oil!!(both are availbe at any health store or even Wal-Mart carries them)

ACV:::There are several key attributes to ACV for maintaining beautiful skin, and exfoliation is one of them. Exfoliating is a key for keeping youthful healthy skin. There are several ways to exfoliate, and one of them is by “digesting” dead skin cells, which the acids in ACV do. This mild cell turnover is  used as a skin treatment to improve, soften, and smooth skin texture. The new skin layer, once revealed, is more vibrant, youthful, and healthy.

With a pH similar to skin, AVC helps restore and balance your skin’s pH and acid mantle. This too is key to healthy, beautiful skin. The acid mantle is the combination of sebum (oil) and perspiration on the skin’s surface. This barrier protects the skin and makes it less vulnerable to environmental damage (smog, sun and wind), less prone to dehydration, and also inhibits the growth of foreign bacteria and fungi (enabling skin to be healthier and have fewer breakout and blemishes. Acne, allergies and other skin problems become more severe as the skin becomes more alkaline).  In addition ACV is antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial so it helps in eliminating any infections of the pores and hair follicle .

TEA TREE OIL:::

TEA TREE OIL CAN BENEFIT THE FOLLOWING SKIN CONDITIONS:

• Ring worm and athlete's foot
• Softens corns
• Cuts and scrapes
• Itching of insect bites and chicken pox
• Warts
• Acne
• Dandruff

In fact, tea tree oil may be a better alternative to conventional skin treatments.

Tea tree oil is an excellent treatment for acne.  Tea tree oil can also treat minor wounds, encourage healing, and prevent infection

Cicatrisant: The Cicatrisant property of this essential oil makes it heal wounds quickly and protects them from infections. Furthermore, it can help neutralize or diminish the scar marks and after spots left by Ingrown hairs, razor bumps, eruptions, boils, pox, and acne.

Antimicrobial: Microbes don’t stand a chance against this oil, since it is a highly effective antimicrobial substance. It can kill and keep away certain microbes (protozoa) which are responsible for causing severe tropical fevers and malaria.

Antiviral: Viral infections are very hazardous and are frequently recurring, since viruses can survive under very harsh conditions. They can bear unimaginable heat, cold and even poison, because they develop a protective shell called a “Cyst” around them. Some viruses are intelligent enough to develop a new cyst each time they are activated, like the Common Cold Virus, in order to trick our immune system. They never die naturally and can live dormant (neither alive or dead) for hundreds or even thousands of years. They can be killed only if their cyst is ruptured using a particular compound or if they are subjected to extreme heat which is beyond their tolerance. The Tea Tree Oil helps rupture this cyst in some viruses and can give protection against them. It also helps cure viral infections like the common cold, influenza, mumps, measles, and pox..

So Okay , How do you use them:

Take 1/2 cup of Apple cider Vinegar and mix with 1/2 cup of water.

 Place in a spray bottle and spray/saturate a towel and wipe the affected area twice daily.

Place one drop of tea tree oil on a Q-Tip and apply to affected area once daily.

And that is simply IT!!

(Tea tree oil (TTO), or melaleuca oil, is an essential oil with a fresh camphoraceous odor and a color that ranges from pale yellow to nearly colorless and clear. It is taken from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia, which is native to Southeast Queensland and the Northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia.)

(Organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar (like Bragg's) also contains “mother,” strands of proteins, enzymes and friendly bacteria that give the product a murky, cobweb-like appearance.)

Enjoy Melanie xo~

How to make Herbal Infused Medicinal oils.

Proudly, my stock pile of infused oil is increasing. Currently I have Rosemary Oil, Sage Oil, Lavender Oil, Clove Oil, Oregano Oil and I am working on a few other oils.

Years ago I wouldn't of believed that an infused oil can be more powerful than some antibiotics. I would of considered such an idea "Hippie Hog Wash" .

As I increase in Holistic Herbal knowledge I'm realizing that I have previously made life more difficult with out herbalism .

Herbalism should be a subject in school, in my opinion . Herbalism should be general knowledge, HERBALISM SHOULD BE A WAY OF LIFE!!!.. Herbalism isn't just some esoteric practice or a practice only practice by pagans . Herbs were created for humans longevity and sustainability... Ah'! That's why herbal medicine isn't good for mass population , Healthy  people don't make good patients and healthy people do not help in financing BIG Pharma ... That all together is another story isn't it?

Well back on subject, My love for Herbal infused oil began with the need to use my herbs before the went bad. I needed to use them quickly in the best way that I could... I didn't have Vodka to make a tincture and Thanksgiving wasn't close so I decided, hmmm, Infused oil it is!!

Infused oil is simple to make all you really need is a dried herb , your choice depending on your usage per ailment.

1. Choose a dried herb(fresh herbs have water, the water can cause your oil to go rancid). Some herbs I'd recommend for first time oil making is Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Sage, Clove, Star Anise , Coriander or any organic dried herb you have.

2. Choose an oil. Organic Extra virgin oil works great, Almond Oil, Organic pure Grapeseed oil works wonderfully , Sun flower oil is fine also, Organic Coconut oil is ok but keep in mind that Coconut oil solidifies at cool temperatures so the Oil will be more like a Salve .

3. Place Herbs in a Crock pot . Pour your oil of choice over the herbs
*Use 1 cup of herbs per 1 cups of Oil.

4 .Place crock pot on LOW and allow the herbal oil mixture to steep for 6 hours.

5.You can also place herbs in a jar with your choice of oil , making sure your herbs are completely covered and submersed in the oil. Close the jar tightly and set it in a window with sun for 6 WEEKS.

6.When either of the given methods are completed, strain herbal oil infusion into a a glass jar and store in a dark cupboard. These oils can last up to 2 years if they are executed well and stored properly. I refrigerate my oils after 6 months. Make sure to date your oils.

                            Enjoy Melanie xo~

I'm single because I'm serious about my time... Day 1

So I have been single for 6 years. S I X YEARS!!

Now,Im not that women who perceives every man as a DOG. Initially I needed time to heal from previous relationships that took a toll on my heart, mind and spirit. I had always been in relationships. I never allowed myself to heal or even have time alone between each break-up.

Initially I fell in love with my High School sweetheart. I loved or lusted the guy so much . Yea you can be in lust too. Especially as a young little hot pants teenager! , (*smh*)  Well Long story short I actually had a child with him and married him all by the age of 19 years old. My life was going at about 1 millions Miles a second but I was happy and in Love... until My husband and I hit a brick wall. Things had changed between both of us, He worked very hard so I didn't want to bother him with my concerns of our issues.. I didn't want to nag him but I definitely  felt the change in the air, if that makes sense.

One day I had my family over, my  husband was at work. He came home and walked in, seen everyone and pulled me to the side and whispered " We need to talk " .... I seen something different in him, I seen something unsettling and assertive in his eyes.. I responded, "ok let me ask everyone to leave". After everyone left My husband sat me on the bed and just blurted out ," I ain't feeling this", I said "What?? what do you mean you are not FEELING THIS??". He went on to say that his friends at work had told him that he was too young to be married(currently he is no longer in contact with not one of his friends and according to him its because they have all married, had children and moved on) ... He said that things were going too fast for him and he wasn't ready for this life. He proceeded to the closet and grabbed all the clothes he could carry and looks at me and says , you can keep everything I'll just take the car, Like that was a small ... I needed the car , I have our SON pffft ~anyways~. As he proceeded out of the door he then turned around and said, " Oh, I was Pretending to be a Christian so I could keep you". Then he walked out and left my Son and I and never looked back.

My Sister Vakiesha and My sister( by marriage) Sarah and an old friend spent the entire night watering and sun-shinning me... I felt like a flower that had been crushed, That night with my family helped momentarily but internally...I felt like ....death...I didn't realize how much I loved Marcos until he left..  I remember telling My Mom that I would of felt better if he had died a week before with me assuming he loved me then him walking out knowing that he doesn't love me anymore.

I was devastated , I thought about suicide but my Son and God held me together. I stayed in contact with my in-laws just to have a little bit of my husband. I tried to lose weight, I tried to do anything to get my husband back, but his heart was completely disconnected. The worst part about it is I never knew what I had did, He never told me if I had contributed, He never gave me a chance to fix things... He never gave me a chance and I was broken...

 Thereafter I tried to move on, I got into a " rebound relationship" with a deranged psychopath that lasted too long, That second rebound relationship isn't worth a moments , So I will move on...After the Pychopath, along Comes Mr. Everything's right .. Or  was it?

 

                   Hope you enjoyed part one of " I'm single because I'm serious about my time" day 1

                                           Enjoy- Melanie xo~

Natural PURE Infused Lavender Oil ~

Infused Lavender Oil.

The Lavender you see in this photo is lavender that I actually harvested right out of my own back yard! This is species is called Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas).

I kept checking on my Lavender plant in my back yard, honestly because of its splendor and beauty. I mean look at that floret!


  However, I had to come terms with the fact that lavender doesn't last for ever, even though it is perennial(perennial means plant that blossoms yearly indefinitely ). It's important to harvest your plants before the blossoms wither .  I went on and harvested these babes ...  I wasn't sure what I'd use them for yet. I just brought them in my kitchen and then hung them to dry..


Ah Ha! Oil, You can't go wrong with an infused oil, well you can but hopefully the info here will help you with the do's and don'ts of making infused oil!

1.Rinse your lavender well. Allow your lavender to air dry for at least 24 hours, the color will change , that's ok.
Allowing your Lavender to dry will expel the water from the plant. You do not want fresh herbs infused into your oil or the water will cause your oil to go rancid.

2. Crush the dried Lavender and place it into a glass jar filling the jar 1/2 to 3/4 way with the herb.

Then pour your Organic oil(Extra Virgin Olive,Almond, Pure grapeseed etc etc) over the Herb filling the jar to about an inch from the surface. 

Allow This to sit in a dark place for 6 weeks.

Thereafter strain the oil with a cheese clothe into another glass container (If You have a dark colored glass container use that for storage)

And use on skin , hair etc. 

Enjoy Lavender -Melanie xo~

Lavender is an herb. The flower and the oil of lavender are used to make medicine.

Lavender is used for restlessness, insomnia, nervousness, and depression. It is also used for a variety of digestive complaints including meteorism (abdominal swelling from gas in the intestinal or peritoneal cavity), loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas (flatulence), and upset stomach.

Some people use lavender for painful conditions including migraineheadaches,toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores, and joint pain. It is also used for acne andcancer, and to promote menstruation.

Lavender is applied to the skin for hair loss (alopecia areata) and pain, and to repel mosquitoes and other insects.

Some people add lavender to bathwater to treat circulation disorders and improve mental well being.

By inhalation, lavender is used as aromatherapy for insomnia, pain, and agitation related to dementia.

In foods and beverages, lavender is used as a flavor component.

In manufacturing, lavender is used in pharmaceutical products and as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, potpourri, and decorations.

Lavender (scientific name Lavandula angustifolia) is commonly contaminated with related species, including Lavandula hybrida, which is a cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia, from which lavandin oil is obtained.

How does it work?

Lavender contains an oil that seems to have sedating effects and might relax certain muscles.

What's all this about anyways!!

Did you know that it is ok to have several hobbies!!! Do you think it makes sense that we just focus on one thing solely with such a complex brain as ours ??(Only pertaining to hobbies friends)

Now I'm not saying, spend your life playing around, non focused  and obliviously. I'm  expressing that it is perfectly ok to explore other hobbies even though society teaches us that WE MUST DO ONE THING ONLY, FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES, Then die .  In the words of Coraline "Sounds exciting"(FULL SARCASM Insertion )

God designed humanity with a brain that , by nature, is curious.  I have fully embraced exploration( Hobby wise). Yes I have a business in the fashion industry (HEADJYVE) but I am also seeking to receive a doctorate degree in Herbalism and Botany.(Nerd much?)Ha! 

All this being said because you will see a plethora of  Jelly Belly Bean activity of my brain on this journey. 

*Jane Doe : Hey Melanie, what is your Blog about?

*Melanie: Well, Everything .

*Jane Doe: Oh , Well ok . Soo what do You talk about specifically?

*Melanie: I talk about things... 

Simple enough right?  Herbal medicine? Yes please!

My Love For My God, Absolutely!

AND Dun Dun DUUUUUN Relationships!! Now I'm no expert perse' but I have lived life so I will definitely express my God given discerning view! 

Enjoy- Melanie xo~

Turmeric, Powdered GOLD~

It's raining in my living quarters today!! I adore the rain.
  Rain is one of the many God given therapies I take advantage of ..Usually, in this beautifully set gloom, , I quickly turn on my Fireplace , Go heat up some hot drink, PREFERABLY Coffee, pop in a movie that has nearly the same setting, LIIIKKKKE , for example, Ohhh I don't know?? ''You've Got Mail!!! ''( I didnt have to think about that really, You've got Mail is my "Go to" flick). If  you have not seen "You've Got Mail" Watch it NOOOOWW!!


Pffft, See how much I love rain??? Yea , this post is supposed to be about Turmeric , I mean It is , It issss about Turmeric.. So, Ok, What is Turmeric right?! Well Turmeric is a miraculous herb that is ground and added to many dishes. Its known for its golden yellow hue that adds brilliant color to many foods. Turmeric is most popular in Asian Countries from  India to Thailand. It's most popular in Eastern Indian cooking for it's flavor and color. This is what it looks like :

 

Now that you know what it looks like lets talk about why I say its miraculous!!!  

Several years ago I attended Cosmetology school and as a cosmetologist , as many know, You have to stand on your feet a lot. One day before school I was sitting on my bed putting my shoes on... when I started adjusting my left foot I scooched over and did some type of weird pivot using my right leg, my right leg bent backwards and immediately a weird unusual pain struck!! Either way I still had to get to school. I just ignored the pain and guess what??, my knee got waaaay worse. In addition to that I had been doing hair for 14 years, Painting and doing intricate detailed work with my Accessory line HEADJYVE, so OF COURSE I had developed carpal tunnel which was a pain all in it self ... 

So here I am, half broken 

 and hardly functional which was unacceptable . The knee issue affected me highly because it hurt to work out, walk etc etc. So you know what that means WEIGHT GAIIINNN.

 All of the physical madness caused depression and anxiety. One day I was in a "funk" thinking, I am too young to have so many ailments, I laid in bed praying, asking God for help . I begged God for help!!. I prayed until I went to sleep. In the morning I woke up and still felt anxious and depressed but I kid you not, I kept hearing the word turmeric, Turmeric, TURMERIC!!

 I remembered reading something about Turmeric and depression/anxiety. So I said hey, let me see whats up with this stuff, I walked into the kitchen, took a spoon full of turmeric down with some water and in moments I felt like a new Melanie!! I decided  that Turmeric will be a daily addition. I noticed that the pain in my knee disappeared, my carpal tunnel shock decreased , my skin appeared clearer I just felt better over all!! So I decided to research this miraculous herb more, I found out I was taking a herbal POWER HOUSE! :(Via http://www.medindia.net/alternativemedicine/turmeric-powder.asp)

*health Benefits of Turmeric

The wide range of turmeric benefits come mainly from its main ingredient, curcumin. This widely researched component of turmeric is highly therapeutic and is used in various drugs and pharmaceutics mainly because of its immunity boosting and anti-oxidant properties. 

Boosting Immunity – Curcumin has a huge therapeutic value and boosting immunity is one of the most important properties of curcumin.

“5 to 8 times stronger than vitamin E and stronger than vitamin C, this antioxidant breakthrough may help boost your immunity, maintain normal cholesterol levels, and put the brakes on aging,” says Dr. Joseph Mercola about the curcumin in turmeric. 

His claims are well substantiated by various studies. For example, Jagetia and Aggarwal at the Department of Experimental Therapeutics, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA, reported - "Interestingly, curcumin at low doses can also enhance antibody responses. This suggests that curcumin's reported beneficial effects in arthritis, allergy, asthma, atherosclerosis, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and cancer might be due in part to its ability to modulate the immune system."

Anti-inflammatory and Anti-oxidant Property – Free radical causing oxidative damage of DNA and proteins are associated with a variety of chronic diseases such as cancer, atherosclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases. Curcumin plays an important role in curbing these conditions. Curcumin down-regulates certain inflammatory transcription factors such as kappaB, enzymes such as cyclooxygenase 2 and 5 lipoxygenase, and cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor (TNF), interleukin-1 (IL-1) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) and hinders the development of these diseases.


Curcumin Protects Against Certain Liver Diseases as is evident from various studies conducted in rats. For example, a Mexican study showed that curcumin prevents acute liver damage by at least two mechanisms: acting as an antioxidant and by inhibiting NF-kappaB activation and thus production of proinflammatory cytokines. Another study published in the Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology journal revealed that curcumin was effective in preventing and reversing cirrhosis, probably by its ability of reducing TGF-beta expression. These data suggest that curcumin might be an effective antifibrotic and fibrolytic drug in the treatment of chronic hepatic diseases.


Curcumin Prevents the Development of Type 2 Diabetes in people who have prediabetes. This has been shown in a Thai study published in the journal Diabetes Care where the researchers found that people with prediabetes who took capsules containing curcumin were less likely to go on to develop type 2 diabetes compared with people who didn't take the curcumin capsules. The reason, says Drew Tortoriello, an endocrinologist and research scientist at the Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center at Columbia University Medical Center, is that turmeric lessens insulin resistance and prevents type2 diabetes. Curcumin, however, is not readily bioavailable; it makes sense to regularly add turmeric powder to the food even for people who are not prediabetic.


Curcumin Helps Promote Weight Loss and reduce the incidence of obesity-related diseases. The inflammation associated with obesity is due in part to the presence of immune cells called macrophages in fat tissues throughout the body. These cells produce cytokines that can cause inflammation in organs such as the heart, and islets of the pancreas, while also increasing insulin resistance in muscle and liver. Scientists believe that turmeric suppresses the number and activity of these cells, and help reduce some of the adverse consequences of obesity.


Turmeric Improves Rheumatoid Arthritis, according to a study by Chandran and Goel at Nirmala Medical Center, Kerala. The researchers also found that curcumin treatment was safe and did not relate with any adverse events. 


Treating sprains and swellings with a pinch of turmeric powder, lime and salt is an age-old home remedy practiced throughout India.

Turmeric powder is an effective home remedy for chronic cough and cold and throat irritations. 

Curcumin in turmeric has a potential role in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published in the Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive cognitive deterioration together with declining activities of daily living and behavioral changes. Various effects of curcumin, such as decreased Beta-amyloid plaques, delayed degradation of neurons, metal-chelation, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant property, improve overall memory in Alzheimer’s patients.


• Researchers from Cancer Biology Research Center, South Dakota, claim that curcumin may be an effective chemopreventive and therapeutic agent for cervical cancer prevention and treatment. They found that curcumin treatment suppresses cervical cancer cell growth by altering the HPV-associated molecular pathways in cervical cancer cells.


Turmeric Powder Uses 

Apart from therapeutic uses, turmeric is also used as an important spice, in beauty products and in spiritual ceremonies.

• In India, turmeric is used in almost all curries and gravy dishes. It gives a rich color and a unique flavor to the food.

• Turmeric is a well-known preservative. Scientists from Gujarat found that adding turmeric to paneer (cottage cheese) extends the shelf life of paneer up to 12 days.

• Turmeric is a great pesticide. Sprinkle turmeric (powder) water near all the entry points of your house to ward of insects, ants, and termites.

• Women in India use turmeric in skin products such as creams and body scrubs to boost the glow factor.


• Turmeric has an important place in Indian weddings. Turmeric paste is applied to the bride and the groom as part of the haldi ceremony just before the wedding to give them fresh glowing skins and to ward off the evil eye.

• Turmeric is considered a symbol of purity, prosperity, and fertility. 

• Turmeric water is poured / offered to the gods in the temples as a part of Hindu ritual called Abhishekam.

• The color yellow is considered sacred and auspicious in India. The cloths dyed in turmeric are considered pure.

• Drinking turmeric tea daily may well increase your life span, suggests Dr Andrew Weil. Adding one teaspoon of turmeric powder to 4 cups of boiling water, simmering it for 10 minutes and adding honey to taste can do the trick.


• Adding turmeric to meat can reduce the levels of cancer causing heterocyclic amines (HCAs) by up to 40 percent, according to researchers from Kansas State University.

Side Effects of Turmeric

Turmeric is safe and without side effects when used optimally. People with turmeric sensitivity can have mild stomach upset or diarrhea. 

• Use turmeric with caution if you are pregnant.

• Turmeric can make gall bladder problems and GERD (Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disorder) worse.


• Turmeric can slow blood clotting and might cause extra bleeding during and after surgery, BTW.

Now let me add DO NOT BUY THE CAPSULE TABLETS !! They are overly processed instead , purchase some organic powder or root and use that!  

Here is a link to Organic Turmeric if there is none available in your area : https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/search?page=1&q=turmeric+powder&utf8=%E2%9C%93 ( copy and paste link)

Also, since Turmeric is a blood thinner, which can be positive, but do not take if you are on blood thinners or 7 days before surgery or after surgery. 

DISCRETION: If you are on any medication do not add this medicinally to your diet unless you are advised or given the "ok" by your professional health care provider****




In conclusion I'd say take a chance with it! You don't have to take it in the same way I do. You can add a teaspoon to your juice, smoothie, tea etc etc.  I'm the "straight forward" get to the point type of girl so I take a plastic spoon of it and gulp it down with some water.

  ENJOY TURMERIC FRIENDS -Melanie xo~