Curcumin Boosts Your Brain Health

Recently, I posted a study on how curcumin, the yellow pigment in turmeric and curry powders, fights colon cancer. Now it looks like, astonishingly enough, even a small dose of it twice a year can improve your brain health. The next step in confirming the benefits of curcumin will be a controlled clinical trial offering a side-by-side comparison between a placebo and the yellow spice.

It really is amazing to me how powerful these natural antioxidants, in their naural form, are.

Alzheimer's disease is rapidly becoming an epidemic in the United States. Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, is one of the most costly disorders among the elderly. The number of diagnosed patients is staggering: Over 4 million people are affected by Alzheimer's, a number estimated to increase to 7.7 million by 2030!

Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging, and there are ways to reduce your chances of getting this detrimental disorder, including curcumin.

However, as I've said before, remember that your body may not react well to curcumin, no matter how many studies prove otherwise. You really do want to honor what your body tells you, as that is the best indication of whether or not something is truly good for you.

If any food or spice does not taste good or "feel right," stay away from it -- no matter who is telling you how good it is for you. Your body is a far better judge of that than anything you will ever read. In other words:

Listen to your body.

Your body is designed to give you all the feedback you need to make the right food and lifestyle choices. Unfortunately, most of you do not tune in to this important feedback system and do not fully utilize the benefits it can bring you.

Some other natural steps you can use to reduce your Alzheimer's risks without a drug:

• Follow the Total Health Program, paying special attention to avoiding sugar.
• Eat plenty of high-quality omega-3 fats such as those found in krill oil.
• Reduce your intake of most fish and remove as many sources of mercury from your life as possible.
• Eat plenty of vegetables.
• Do your best to steer clear of flu shots.
• Eat a nutritious diet based on your body's unique nutritional type.
• Keep your mind active.
• Since worry accelerates your risk of Alzheimer's, learn an effective energy psychology tool like Emotional Freedom Technique.