The Turmeric and Health Newsletter for August 2026

Alison Carroll
4 days ago
5 min read

Welcome to my August Newsletter.

TURMERIC FOR THE THYROID AND THYROID FUNCTION

I hope that you are all having a good week. Mine has been a busy one, but at least it’s been productive so that’s good. Though if any of you gardeners out there have a natural remedy for getting rid of caterpillars on your Brussel Sprouts, I would love to hear from you. I don’t want to use any nasty chemicals but taking them off by hand is long winded and a real pain. (Though it does take me back to my childhood and helping my mother in the garden, she used to hold contests between myself and my siblings as to who could find the most caterpillars, smart lady). 😃 I find it amazing that I can check on the plants in the morning and think that I’ve got rid of them all but if I check again in the afternoon, I can still find some and they are the bigger ones, so they were obviously there in the morning! Masters of disguise. 😃

But, enough of my gardening woes, as I do enjoy being out in the garden, especially this week as although it’s been cold; in the mornings it warms up nicely and has been lovely and sunny for the past week so so, which is also good for the markets. Which brings me neatly to my topic this month. At one of my recent markets, I was asked if turmeric was helpful with your thyroid and I honestly wasn’t sure of the answer, so I checked on PubMed and Google Scholar, to see what the answer might be and found several good scientific papers that came to the conclusion that yes, turmeric could help with the management of a thyroid condition. So, I hope you find the article of benefit.

And, whilst we are talking of gardens, now is the time for harvesting and planting many of your favourite root vegetables, so I thought that I would put up a recipe for one of my favourite ways to cook root veggies, which is to roast them. I love them as an accompaniment for lunch or dinner, but they also make a great base for a good veggie soup, especially with lentils or rice. Yum. Enjoy.

Golden Turmeric Roasted Vegetables Recipe

Hopefully I will see you round the markets, if not remember you can always give me a ring or jump online, go to my website and order your turmeric that way.

TURMERIC FOR THE THYROID AND THYROID FUNCTION

Turmeric, primarily through its active compound curcumin, can support thyroid health by reducing the inflammation and oxidative stress associated with autoimmune thyroid disorders, though it must be taken carefully to avoid interfering with thyroid medications.

While it offers several therapeutic advantages, it is a supportive supplement rather than a replacement for prescribed medical treatments.

Thyroid and Turmeric | AC Healthy Solutions

Key Benefits for Thyroid Health

Reduces Autoimmune Inflammation: Curcumin blocks NF-kB, a cellular master switch that activates inflammatory genes. This mechanism can lower the systemic inflammation and thyroid antibodies (like anti-TPO) found in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Lowers Oxidative Stress: Chronic thyroid dysfunction creates a hyper-metabolic state that generates harmful free radicals. The powerful antioxidant properties of whole turmeric powder help neutralize this damage.
Heals the Gut-Thyroid Axis: Curcumin strengthens the intestinal lining. Repairing a "leaky gut" minimizes the foreign toxins that leak into the bloodstream and trigger autoimmune thyroid flare-ups.
Protects Against Goitres: Regular consumption of turmeric correlates with a reduced risk of developing goitres (enlarged thyroid glands), especially in populations prone to iodine deficiencies.

Critical Cautions and Interactions

Medication Malabsorption: Turmeric can interfere with how your body absorbs synthetic thyroid hormones like levothyroxine. You should take your thyroid medication on an empty stomach first thing in the morning and wait at least 4 hours before consuming a turmeric supplement.
Poor Bioavailability: Raw turmeric root contains only about 3% to 6% curcumin by weight. To achieve a therapeutic effect, doctors often suggest a concentrated curcumin supplement combined with black pepper (piperine), which significantly enhances absorption, which is what you find in our Health2all turmeric, along with coconut oil to aid transportation and digestive activators like cinnamon, ginger and green tea. These ensure about a 95% absorption.
Blood Thinning Effects: Turmeric exhibits mild anticoagulant properties. Consult your doctor before using it if you are taking prescription blood thinners like warfarin or if you have an upcoming surgical procedure.

As with all supplements, it is advisable to check with your doctor prior to taking Health2all Turmeric, especially if you are on other medications.

THIS MONTH’S MARKETS AND EVENTS

This Month's Events And Markets | AC Healthy Solutions

After all the business of last month, school holidays are over, so hopefully it will be good to be back to the usual routine. Nan and Graham have finally been able to get away, so it’s only me this month. I wasn’t able to get into the market at Blackhead this month – the Bazaar will be back on next month, so for the first week I will be back at Kendle market.

Saturday 1^st Aug – Kempsey Market – 8am – 1pm. Held down by the river, not sure where I will be but look out for the signature bright orange gazebo. A great day out for all the family.

Sunday 2^nd Aug – Kendal Market – 8am – 1pm Held at the Kendale Showgrounds. I’m not sure exactly where I will be, but with my orange gazebo, I’m easy to find.

Saturday 8^th Aug – Port Macquarie Foreshore Market – 8am – 1pm. Held down by the river at Westport Park. I’m not sure where I will be but look out for the signature orange gazebo.

Sunday 9^th Aug – Forster Town Market – 8am – 1pm – Held on the green off Head Street. Great little market. Something for everyone.

Saturday 15^th Aug - Forster Farmers Market – 7am – 12pm Along the river by the Police Station. We are now back in our old spot where the Visitors Centre and the CWA used to be.

Sunday 16^th Aug – Laurieton Market - 8am – 1pm down by the river on Short Street. With the new layout my site number is 152. As usual, if lost look for the orange gazebo or ring me.

Saturday 22^nd Aug – Tuncurry Market – 8 am – 1pm See you over the bridge at the John Whiley Park. This is our usual time and place, hope to see you there.

Sunday 23^rd Aug – Town Square Market – 10am – 2pm Held in the Town Square, Port Macquarie. I will be here to help you, look for the orange gazebo.

Saturday 29^th Aug – South West Rocks Beachside Market – 8am – 1pm – held down by Horseshoe Bay. Again, look out for the orange gazebo.

Sunday – 30^th Aug - Pacific Palms Market - 8am – 1pm. At Elizabeth Beach. Another great market for all the family and dog friendly, so come along for a fun day out.

For those of you who can’t get to those markets all you need to do is ring me or Nan - if you ring whilst I'm away, on 0406 036 845 or you can now go to my website – www.achealthysolutions.com.au and order from there, and I will arrange for it to be posted or delivered to you. The cost is the same as at the market and postage/delivery is free on all orders over $100 with a flat rate of $10 below that.

Yours in Health and Happiness,