Cystic Fibrosis presents inflammation all over the body, in vital organs such as the lungs, intestines and in the sinus cavities (to name a few). Even if the patient is healthy inflammation will be present. I have severe inflammation in my intestines and sinuses and a fair amount in my lungs this makes it very uncomfortable for me to digest my foods, breathe and wrecks havoc on my sinuses. With anyone who has inflammation it creates a problem with allowing the body to function properly, puts the body additional pain, can inhibit bacteria growth, and causes disturbances in sleeping patterns. I have been on a hunt to use a natural anti-inflammatory especially since my doctors have put the kibosh on my use of Motrin (the only anti-inflammatory that has ever been of help to me) because of future repercussions to other vital organs.
I brought my super hero herb turmeric into play, I have been adding it to my juice whenever I can find it at my natural grocer. I need consistency by taking it daily so I went on a search in the herbal section of my natural grocer and came to my fave brands for herbs, Organic India and found a high quality, organic supplement that just so happens to be vegan friendly. I have seen results in just a matter of days and I am honestly thrilled with how well my body is responding to the anti-inflammatory properties especially with the healing of my sinus infection.
Aside from supplements and juicing I also use organic turmeric powder (when I do not have the actual root and if I have the root the juice works just as well) to make a healing turmeric tea with lemon and ginger, it's fantastic for a sore throat and sinuses. If you are you suffering this season please do not hesitate to give this a try, it's slightly spicy with a touch of acidity and it is highly alkalizing. All the makings for a healing beverage if I do say so myself.
Turmeric can help your body in 13 major ways according to Mercola:
- Boosts your antioxidant protection against free radicals*
- Helps promote your healthy skin*
- Supports your overall eye health*
- Provides you immune system support*
- Aids your skeletal system and joint health*
- Encourages your healthy liver function*
- Helps you maintain healthy cells with support against free radicals*
- Balances the health of your digestive system*
- Aids you in support of healthy blood and your circulatory system*
- Helps you maintain normal cholesterol levels to support your cardiovascular system*
- Assists your neurological system's healthy response to stress*
- Promotes a healthy female reproductive system*
- Helps you maintain blood sugar levels already within the normal range*
