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Turmeric is a spice with a deep golden-orange color and a distinct taste.
Uses
Turmeric is used in cooking, as a dye, and in traditional medicine. It's a common ingredient in curry powder. Turmeric is also used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat biliary problems, dyspepsia, and to improve appetite.
Country Of Origin : India
Health benefits
Turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, digestive disorders, respiratory infections, allergies, liver disease, and depression.
Safety
Turmeric products have a long history of safety, but have recently been implicated in several dozen instances of clinically apparent acute liver injury.
Processing
Turmeric is processed by boiling the rhizomes in alkaline water, then removing them and drying them in the sun.
Nutrients
A 2 teaspoon serving of turmeric contains 19 calories, 0.6 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 4 grams of carbohydrates, 1.4 grams of fiber, and 0.2 grams of sugar.
