Uses of Turmeric - Fights inflammation - Boosts antioxidants in body to prevent issue damage - Reduces risk of brain diseases - Improves brain functioning - Improves heart health - Prevents cancer - Alleviates Alzheimer’s Disease - Improves anxiety and depression Side Effects of Turmeric - Nausea - Dizziness - Stomach upset - Thinning of blood - Induces uterine contractions Interactions of Turmeric - Anti-coagulant drugs - Anti-platelet drugs Dosage - For adults = 250 -500 mg - For children = one-third or two-third of adult dose Warning! - Pregnant women must not use turmeric unless she is about to enter labor. - Patients diagnosed with gallbladder problems, GERD, diabetes or bleeding problems must avoid turmeric.