It is said that diabetic retinopathy is much lower in India than in Europe. This observation was attributed primarily to the large consumption of turmeric, which, is also a good medicinal plant for diabetes.
In a study of 32 people with uveitis by the University of Maryland Medical Center, USA, turmeric was effective in reducing inflammation. Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye between the sclera [white outer coat of the eye and the retina [the back of the eye]). It also appears that it also prevents blindness due to cataract and optic nerve damage. These findings, including the recurrence of the conditions were comparable to standard medical treatment (steroids). It was noted that none of those treated with turmeric (as curcumin) had any side effects.
These reports show that turmeric is an important protector of the eyes, most specially diabetics. Aside from taking food supplements containing turmeric such as tea, we can innovate on a turmeric rice and curry by adding more turmeric or locally know as luyang dilaw.
How to prepare your turmeric rice: When cooking rice, of about 1 cup, add 2 inches of sliced turmeric, bring to boil. After about 5 minutes stir several times for even blend and color then continue cooking until rice is done.
You can also substitute chicken or beef stock for water and add some salt to you desired taste and a small amount of butter. When fully cooked fluffed with fork and you have turmeric rice pilaf.
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