Turmeric (Haridra)
Haridra
A warming golden spice and medicine supporting healthy inflammatory response, digestion, skin, and blood. Tridoshic in moderation, mildly heating.
neutral for Vataneutral for Pittareduces Kapha
Media
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): bitter, pungent, astringent
- Virya (energy): heating
- Vipaka (post-digestive): pungent
- Guna (qualities): light, dry
Traditionally used for
- inflammation
- joint comfort
- skin health
- digestion
Contraindications & cautions
- gallstones
- before surgery (bleeding risk)
- high-dose with anticoagulants
Possible interactions
- anticoagulants
- diabetes medication
Evidence notes
Curcumin is extensively studied for anti-inflammatory effects; bioavailability is low without enhancers.
Regulatory notes
Common food and supplement.
Classical sources
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Haritakyadi varga
- Charaka Samhita — Sutrasthana 4 — lekhaniya/varnya groups
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.