A PRECIOUS ALLY: Turmeric

Turmeric, or "Curcuma longa", is a member of the ginger family and is primarily cultivated in Asia. Its rhizome is not only the source of one of the finest culinary spices but also possesses a number of medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial benefits, among others.

Aluminum is one of the most toxic metals for humans, and numerous scientific studies have shown that turmeric is highly effective in reducing the damage caused by aluminum in the body.

Although aluminum is widely present in the environment, it is not significantly absorbed by the body. Only 0.3% of orally ingested aluminum is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract in healthy individuals, and it is effectively eliminated by the kidneys. In fact, 95% of the body’s aluminum load is excreted by the kidneys through urine. However, with frequent aluminum ingestion, the kidneys can become damaged, leading to aluminum accumulation in the body. In individuals with impaired kidney function, especially as they age, aluminum accumulation can begin almost immediately. Aluminum primarily accumulates in the lungs, liver, thyroid, bones, and brain.


Turmeric Bread Premix with Precious Seeds

Sources of Aluminum Toxicity

Many everyday items and foods can contribute to aluminum toxicity. Here's a non-exhaustive list of possible sources:

  • Cooking or wrapping food in aluminum foil
  • Inhaling aluminum dust in workplaces
  • Living near landfills or areas where aluminum is extracted or processed
  • Using aluminum cookware
  • Consuming canned foods and beverages
  • Taking antacid medications, buffered aspirin, and certain vaccines
  • Using deodorants
  • Eating processed cheese
  • Drinking from aluminum coffee pots


Effects of Turmeric

Turmeric helps eliminate the presence of heavy metals in the body and can, to some extent, prevent the damage they cause by detoxifying the liver, purifying the blood, and promoting good digestion.

Turmeric, or *Curcuma longa*, is a member of the ginger family and is mainly cultivated in Asia. Its finely ground rhizome is one of the most widely used culinary spices in the East, known for its bright yellow color, and is often referred to as "Indian saffron," although the resemblance is only in color. Turmeric also has a number of medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial benefits. These attributes make turmeric useful in treating neurotoxicity caused by aluminum and kidney failure, both of which contribute to the toxicity of this metal.

Some scientists believe that turmeric may protect against the cognitive dysfunctions caused by aluminum and could be relevant in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. This validates another study we discussed earlier, showing how curcumin and vitamin D can be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's.

Why not combine the precious qualities of turmeric into a product that is not only good to eat but also visually appealing? With its beautiful yellow color, turmeric can brighten up our daily table.

Thus, we created our *Turmeric Bread Preparation*, which not only contains this ingredient but also includes other interesting grains and seeds. Our preparation contains durum wheat semolina and many seeds like oats, sunflower, chia, and flax.


Durum Wheat

Durum wheat (Triticum durum) is a type of wheat distinguished by its unique protein composition, giving the grains a vitreous, not floury, texture. This is why durum wheat milling results in semolina, a coarse powder rather than flour.

Further milling of semolina produces "semola rimacinata" or "re-milled semolina," which has the texture of flour and is characterized by its yellow color.

Re-milled semolina can be used to produce fresh or egg pasta, or for making bread, either on its own or blended with soft wheat flour.


Chia Seeds

The chia seeds contained in the preparation are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for preventing cardiovascular diseases.

Additionally, chia seeds have impressive nutritional properties: their calcium content (177 mg per 100g serving) is especially noteworthy, along with their presence of vitamin C, iron, and potassium.


Flax Seeds

Known for their emollient and protective properties, flax seeds are very useful in combating both internal inflammations (such as in cases of cystitis) and external conditions (such as skin diseases).

Another beneficial property of flax seeds is their high content of mucilages. These plant-based substances have a laxative effect and help prevent constipation. They are not considered harsh laxatives but act as intestinal emollients that regulate motility, thus reactivating peristalsis and aiding in defecation.


Sunflower Seeds and Oat Flakes

Completing the ingredients in our Turmeric Bread Preparation are sunflower seeds and oat flakes, which provide the bread with an inviting flavor, a unique crunch, and an irresistible fragrance.

Turmeric Bread Premix with Precious Seeds