“Can Turmeric help to get rid of man boobs problem?”

According to Wikipedia, turmeric is a plant of ginger family, which originated from tropical South Asia. Normally, it is grounded and used for as a spice in curries. However, lately, there is some research shows that there is an active ingredient called curcuminoids or commonly referred to as curcumin, in turmeric which has plenty of health benefits. It is well known for its antitumor, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. As for gynecomastia treatment, it is said to be able to balance up the hormone level (estrogen against androgen hormone) and burning off the chest fat.

Currently, it is commonly used by prostate cancer patients who are under medication, as the prostate cancer medicine can cause gynecomastia. For best result, it is advisable to get fresh grated turmeric root from supermarket, preferably 20 grams per day so that you can be sure on the freshness and the active ingredient is still intact. However, if you find it is difficult to obtain or to consume such a big quantity, you can always buy the turmeric in powder or capsule form from any health supplement stores or from internet. You should try it out for several months and measure on the result.

You may ask is there any side effects of using it for treating gynecomastia. Well, before you start trying it, it is advisable to consult it with your doctor or physician. Currently, research shows that it is not suitable for those who have gallstones, ulcer, liver or bile obstruction, pregnant or breastfeeding mother. Large quantity of turmeric or curcumin can cause bleeding or bruises or ulcers.

You can refer to the following websites for some positive results for man boobs problem, after taking turmeric or curcumin.

http://www.phoenix5.org/Basics/treatsides/gyneTurmeric.html