Uses of turmeric

Besides using for daily consumption, some other uses of turmeric include: 

Whiten Your Teeth 

To get whiter and brighter teeth, combine 3 tablespoons of softened coconut oil, 2 teaspoons baking soda and 1 teaspoon turmeric to create a paste. Use on a dry toothbrush and be careful not to splatter.

Make a Non-Toxic Food Dye 

The most common yellow dye, Yellow #5, is a petroleum byproduct. Yuck. Use turmeric for a brilliant yellow coloring instead. If you are concerned about the flavor, it is easily masked by fruit or flavor extracts.

Get Glowing Skin 

Combine 1 egg white (whisked until frothy), 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1/3 teaspoon of turmeric powder and apply to your face (avoiding delicate eye area). Relax for 10–15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water.

Alternately, for a version that targets the eye area, use 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon raw organic honey and 1 teaspoon of milk or yogurt to do the same process.

A word of caution:

Although 2 of the above are for external use, it needs to know that consuming excess turmeric can cause stomach upset. Avoid consuming if you are pregnant or if you have bile duct obstruction, gallstones, hyperacidity or stomach ulcers.