Turmeric Garlic Cauliflower

Cauliflower is an amazing vegetable, especially for Hidradenitis Suppurative sufferers!  As an HS sufferer it is important to eat foods that will boost your immune system. You got it!  Cauliflower is one of those foods since it is loaded with antioxidants such as vitamin C and manganese.  Antioxidants serve many benefits such as increasing the amount of oxygen in your blood.  When oxygen levels are low in the blood it becomes harder for the body to get rid of toxins.  Toxins in the body can initiate inflammation and lead to several health conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, arthritis, skin conditions, just to name a few.  Due to the antioxidant properties of Cauliflower, it is an excellent detox food.  Not to mention it helps support the liver by activating enzymes which aid in detoxification.  Additionally, cauliflower has many cancer fighting properties.  Studies have even shown that combining cauliflower with turmeric may help treat prostate cancer.  It is also a good source of dietary fiber and helps with digestion.  For those that have stomach issues, the natural components in cauliflower are said to protect the stomach lining.  A couple weeks ago I did a post on the best anti-inflammatory foods.  One of the foods I posted was cruciferous vegetables and yes, cauliflower is just that.  It is part of the cruciferous family and has extreme anti-inflammatory properties.

Ingredients
Cauliflower
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice from 1 lemon
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. sea salt

• On medium heat, place olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and ginger in a skillet.  Saute for about 3-4 minutes.  Add cauliflower.  Meanwhile, in a separate dish mix together turmeric, pepper and sea salt.  Sprinkle over cauliflower.  Turn down heat to low and cover.  Simmer for about 10-15 minutes until tender.  

Cruciferous Vegetables (Cauliflower):  Cruciferous vegetables are loaded with vitamin K which help regulate our inflammatory response.  These vegetables also help with the repair of our body's tissues. Cruciferous vegetables are high in fiber which may help move toxins out of your body.  It has been suggested that diets high in fiber help prevent toxins from being discharged through the skin.  Good examples of cruciferous vegetables are cauliflower, broccoli, arugula, kale, brussel sprouts, and collard greens to name a few.  I add about a tbsp. of the Sesame Garlic Dressing to a sealed Tupperware, add raw broccoli and shake well.  It is delicious!

Extra Virgin Olive Oil:  Extra virgin olive oils have a phytonutrient called oleocanthal.  Studies have shown this natural phenolic compound helps fight inflammation.  Extra virgin olive oils are also rich in antioxidants which helps boost the immune system.  Here is another example of a food that may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's.  Try cooking with extra virgin olive oil and make sure to avoid those vegetable oils!

Lemon: Lemons are known to remove toxins from the body.  They help cleanse the kidneys and the digestive system.  They also strengthen the immune system which helps fight many illnesses.

Garlic: Not only does garlic contain anti-inflammatory properties, garlic is what I consider a superfood.  It lowers blood pressure, blood cholesterol and blood sugar.  Garlic also protects the liver and contains anti-tumor properties.  It has the ability of boosting the lymphatic system which functions as a defense in the immune system.  Try the Sesame Garlic Dressing!

Ginger: Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidant effects and is a natural painkiller.  Ginger is also said to help reduce the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  If Hidradenitis Suppurativa is linked to Alzheimer's Disease as some studies suggest, eating ginger may help protect against Alzheimer's by slowing down the loss of brain cells.  Try the Sesame Garlic Dressing!

Turmeric:  Turmeric contains curcumin which is incredibly anti-inflammatory.  It is also a wonderful antioxidant.  And yes, another brain food!  Brain diseases, such as Alzheimer's, have been linked to lower levels of the BDNF hormone.  The curcumin in turmeric has been shown to increase the BDNF hormone which may help with brain function.

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