A health guru has revealed how just half a teaspoon of a certain superfood, found in many kitchen cupboards, can have 'amazing benefits' - including lowering cholesterol. Research suggests this spice may even rival statins when it comes to reducing harmful cholesterol levels. The superfood spice is none other than turmeric, which Dr Eric Berg DC, an expert in healthy ketosis and intermittent fasting, swears by.
Taking to YouTube, where his channel boats over 12 million followers, Dr Berg, also known as The Knowledge Doc, unpacks the myriad of health advantages offered by turmeric and explains how to turn it into a refreshing drink. According to the specialist, concocting a simple turmeric water mix isn't just a delightful tea alternative you could sip each day, but it's particularly beneficial for those wrestling with high cholesterol, reports Surrey Live . Dr Berg advises either kicking off your morning with it or making it part of your pre-slumber ritual.
Alternatively, swap out your morning caffeine hit or sugar-laden tea for this superfood-infused version, or even take it ahead of meals. Eitherway the benefits of turmeric are significant. In his video, Dr Berg claims: "One study found that curcumin was just as effective as ibuprofen at reducing pain from arthritis without side effects.
It's also shown to be as effective as aspirin." Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has been found to block inflammatory enzymes. In a study , those who consumed 2g of turmeric dai.
