Gundu manjal 100grams

Gundu Manjal

Benefits Turmeric root / Gundu manjal : Improves skin tone and the overall complexion, Gives a blemish-free, naturally glowing skin. Reduces acne and its scars effectively . Slows down the growth of facial hair. Heals skin infections and insect bites .

What is Kundu manjal?

Curcuma Longa (Yellow Turmeric)

It is also known as the Fat Variety, the Kundu Manjal, or kizhangu manjal as we say in Tamil. We use this for the skin care mix. We can use this turmeric variety for both culinary and medicinal purposes. You can get the fresh turmeric roots, sundry them and grind them in the rice mill.

What is a manjal?

Manjal or turmeric is an ancient root used for its healing properties for centuries. Manjal comes from the rhizome (rootstock) of the Curcuma longa plant. To manufacture it, the roots of the plant are boiled, dried and then ground into a powder.

Benefits of Turmeric:-

Anaemia has been prevalent throughout the world since recent times. If turmeric is added in our food in any form, this problem can be overcome

* Turmeric and goose berry can be powdered in equal measure and the powder should be taken both in the morning and evening to do away with diabetic problem

* Turmeric is one of the best antiseptic elements. This can be used to remove the toxic substance from the liver. Turmeric and young neem leaves can be powdered in equal quantity and this should be consumed for seven days once in three months. The quantity of this depends on one’s body weight. For instance, for a person with 50 kg. can take 2.5 gm each; for a person with 30 kg. can take 1.5 gm each and a person with 40 kg weight, can take 2 gm each of these to clear the liver.

* Ready-made turmeric powder consists of preservatives which must be avoided. Ideally, turmeric should be bought and powdered for use

* Normally, turmeric will dry the skin and hence those who have already got dry skin should avoid use of turmeric

Turmeric medicines:-

* Turmeric is capable of increasing the immunity level in the body

* If there is itching in the skin, turmeric and neem leaves can be ground and applied

* Heat boils will affect some people in their thigh area for which smearing turmeric with gingerly oil will be a good medicine ayurvedic medicine called, ‘haridhra kantam’ which can be smeared for curing the same.

* Some people will experience nose block. To clear this, they can heat the turmeric and inhale the air that comes from that. While doing this, one should not drink water for two hours after that.

* Turmeric will cure jaundice, if taken with thipili and cardamom in equal measure after grinding them to powder form

* If turmeric is taken along with our daily food in one form or the other, it will cure liver related issues

* Turmeric also cures ‘Madras-eye’ problem if it is heated and fomentation is given over the eyes

* If there is pain or swell in the joints, turmeric and chunam can be mixed and smeared for gradual recovery

To know about the Correct procedure of apply turmeric while bathing in tamil watch this video 

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Apart from the above mentioned uses there are many other uses and benefits of Gundu manjal which can be felt while using.