SPICE TIP: TUMERIC

This spice tip is inspired by a true story about a man I once knew who had several cavities and a couple of root canals.  He needed more as he had an exposed nerve.  Ouch!  I must admit that I was cautious at first approach.  This full grown man was near tears and it effected his ability to work. One side of his jaw had swollen to the size of a lemon. This was detrimental to this budding entreprenuer who still had deadlines to meet. When adults have tooth pain, it is usually something more serious that needs to be attended.  However, I know the need to ease pain and bring down swellings. I was dealing with an abscess.

I lightly dipped a cotton ball in olive oil and dusted it with powdered tumeric root and insert herb-side down and apply to area of gums (add powdered myrrh and/or goldenseal for added measure).  I administered this at bedtime and by morning,he swelling went down as the abscess had drained and looking like it was healing well. The guy was feeling much better.  He was ready to get back to work and his appetite was back to normal almost as nothing happened.  Surely.  He can resume his work as an entrepenuer so that he may grow his business but, dental work is in serious order and will need to be dealt with ASAP.

BONUS: 1/2 tsp of tumeric taken as Goody's/BC powders is excellent to aid in pain relief and cleanses the liver as well.  Powerful anti-inflammatory that makes tasty dishes, most notable in curry spices and meals.  Also noted to be great for skin.  Every home should have this spice on hand.

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