* Turmeric has antiseptic properties. Putting its powder over cuts, bruises, or scrapes helps in stopping blood loss as well as healing the wounds.

* Drinking boiled milk, with a little turmeric powder in it, helps in the strengthening of bones.

* The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric powder help in alleviating the pain associated with arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

* Taking turmeric on a regular basis helps in the reduction of fats, thus aiding in weight loss.

* Turmeric powder, when consumed regularly, helps improve blood circulation and also purifies blood.

* Studies have shown that turmeric helps in prevention and blockage of the growth of melanoma tumor cells, breast cancer, colon cancer and other cancers.

* Turmeric extract is believed to cure liver problems as well as prevent bad cholesterol.

* Turmeric has been said to help reduce the risk of childhood leukemia.

* Turmeric powder aids the healing process and remodeling of damaged skin.

* Turmeric has been known to be helpful in treating psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.

* Turmeric is said to be very good for digestion.

* Turmeric powder, when mixed with cucumber lemon or juice, helps in the reduction of pigmentation.

* Paste of turmeric and milk cream or turmeric and curd, when applied on stomach, helps in lightening of stretch marks.

* Applying a paste of turmeric, gram flour and milk cream is believed to help in giving a glow to the skin.