Turmeric May Be a Potential Natural Alternative for Microscopic Polyangiitis

(Newswire.net — January 9, 2017) Orlando, FL — Turmeric is believed to be one of the most powerful natural alternatives nowadays. Many people utilize turmeric to potentially help increase their immunity against a range of conditions. There are also those who use it in hopes to help fight conditions such as some types of vasculitis.

Turmeric may be a potential natural alternative for microscopic polyangiitis (MPA). This is a type of vasculitis that affects the small vessels. Vasculitis is an inflammatory disease in the blood vessels. It can affect a variety of organs such as the skin.

According to some healthcare professionals, vasculitis could be autoimmune in nature. It takes place when the immune system assaults or attacks the blood vessels thinking that they are threats to health.  Inflammation may play a major role in the development of this condition. It is believed to cause narrowing of the blood vessels, which could then block blood flow.

In 1990, the American College of Rheumatology presented the classification criteria for types of systemic vasculitis. However, they did not point out the difference between polyarteritis nodosa and microscopic polyarteritis nodosa.

There are risk factors of the condition such as age and ethnicity. In the United States, middle-aged Caucasian individuals are found to be more prone to the condition. However, it may occur in people of every age, gender, and ethnic background.

The condition may impact organs such as the kidneys, nervous system, lungs, and skin. Sufferers may also develop symptoms such as fever, skin lesions, and weight loss.

This disease is characterized by inflammation of the small blood vessels in the kidneys. Many healthcare experts advise that sufferers should follow an anti-inflammatory diet to help fight the condition. An anti-inflammatory diet has the potential to ease symptoms and may help sufferers manage their condition better.

Following an anti-inflammatory diet means avoiding foods that may cause inflammation. Of course, it is also essential to consume more anti-inflammatory foods. One of the most popular potential anti-inflammatories is turmeric.

Turmeric has long been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurveda medicine. It has a powerful phytochemical called curcumin, which is believed to offer a variety of unique ingredients.

Some of these ingredients are believed to offer anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, antiviral, antiseptic, and anti-carcinogenic properties.

Individuals who suffer from MPA may add turmeric powder in their dishes and beverages to take advantage of the possible anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin. There are also curcumin supplements available, which are believed to contain higher levels of possible anti-inflammatory properties.

Some of the most recommended curcumin supplements contain a potential bioavailability-enhancing ingredient called piperine, which is a black pepper extract.

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