Surprising side-effects of turmeric you should be aware of

Turmeric has always been considered a herb of high medicinal value. But, did you know that it can also have some serious side-effects on your body when consumed in large amounts?

Home Remedies By : Vasudha Bhat , Onlymyhealth Editorial Team / Date : Apr 21, 2014

Turmeric Side-effects

Turmeric is one of the most widely used spices around the world. It is added to the food for some colour and flavour and its anti-inflammatory properties have made it a popular home-made remedy for many diseases like arthritis, bronchitis and healing wounds. However, the dosage of turmeric plays a significant role in its medicinal value. According to clinical reports, when turmeric is consumed in excessive quantities, it can be harmful for your health. There are many side-effects of turmeric reported out of which following are the most frequent ones.

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Allergy

Creams and ointments containing turmeric may some time cause allergy to some people. If you are allergic to turmeric you may experience nausea, gastric problems or diarrhoea.

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Issues with Gallbladder

When turmeric is taken in a controlled quantity, it can prove to be a helpful remedy for proper functioning of the gallbladder. But its excessive use can cause troubles for liver and gallbladder.

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Gastric Problems

Turmeric does not cause any gastric or inflammatory problems when used as a spice in your dishes. However, when it is used to treat to conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, turmeric may cause some gastric troubles.

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Bleeding

Turmeric can worsen the condition if a person already suffers from bleeding tendency or inborn clotting disorders.

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Liver Issues

Over-consumption of turmeric can lead to malfunctioning of the liver and diseases like jaundice. Individuals who face any complications related to the liver must avoid turmeric intake completely.

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Interfering with Drug Functioning

Turmeric can interfere with the functioning of many medications like aspirin, warfarin and many other anti-inflammatory drugs.

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Pregnancy Complications

Turmeric may cause premature uterine contractions which can further cause miscarriage or bleeding from the vagina. Therefore, if you are pregnant or are planning to conceive, turmeric should be completely avoided.

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Skin Blisters

When turmeric is applied on damaged, it can lead to inflammatory skin blisters.

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Stomach Problems

Consumption of turmeric in excessive amounts can lead to an upset stomach. It can also cause ulcers in the stomach.

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Damage to White and Red Blood Cells

Many researches have shown that consuming turmeric in very high quantity can have adverse effects on your red and white blood cells.

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Surprising side-effects of turmeric you should be aware of

Turmeric Side-effects

Allergy

Issues with Gallbladder

Gastric Problems

Bleeding

Liver Issues

Interfering with Drug Functioning

Pregnancy Complications

Skin Blisters

Stomach Problems

Damage to White and Red Blood Cells