Tag: Turmeric

The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4000 years to the Vedic culture in India, where it was used as a culinary spice and had some religious significance. It probably reached China by 700 ad, East Africa by 800 ad, West Africa by 1200 ad, and Jamaica in the eighteenth century. Where was turmeric originally […]

You may have been using yellow turmeric for various purposes, but did you know that white haldi also exists? White turmeric or zedoary is also an ancient spice, which is a rare sight in India that mostly grows regular yellow haldi. Is all turmeric yellow? Aside from those ‘typical’ dishes, you might also find it […]

Native to southern India and Indonesia, turmeric is widely cultivated on the mainland and in the islands of the Indian Ocean. In ancient times it was used as a perfume as well as a spice. The rhizome has a pepperlike aroma and a somewhat bitter warm taste and has a strong staining orange-yellow colour. Where […]

Turmeric may increase the production of stomach acid when taken with antacids such as Omeprazole (Prilosec), famotidine (Pepcid), and ranitidine (Zantac). Can you take turmeric with acid reflux medication? Some people report that turmeric actually makes acid reflux worse. This may be due to its peppery qualities. Taking turmeric for a long period of time […]

Based on her experience, after comparing the modern medical treatment and traditional treatment, she admits that turmeric therapy is the most effective treatment to deal with the gastritis. How much turmeric should I take for gastritis? Dosage Information You should aim for about 500 milligrams (mg) of curcuminoids, the active component in turmeric, per day. […]

For high cholesterol: 700 mg of turmeric extract twice daily for 3 months. For itchy skin: 500 mg of turmeric three times daily for 2 months. Can turmeric tea help lower cholesterol? Curcumin from turmeric tea may help lower LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) as well as total cholesterol levels. Taking curcumin before and after […]

Turmeric contains oxalates and this can increase the risk of kidneys stoneskidneys stonesKidney stone disease, also known as nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, is a crystallopathy where a solid piece of material (kidney stone) develops in the urinary tract. Kidney stones typically form in the kidney and leave the body in the urine stream. A small stone […]

Researchers found when the herb is given orally to a variety of mouse models with enlarged hearts (hypertrophy), it can prevent and reverse hypertrophy, restore heart function and reduce scar formation. The healing properties of turmeric have been well known in eastern cultures for some time. Is turmeric good for heart patients? Lowers risk of […]

This supplement has been banned by the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) due to its role in increasing the heart rate and blood pressure and the potential to cause cardiovascular side effects, such as heart attack and stroke. Can turmeric affect your heart? Lowers risk of heart disease With its ability to […]

Turmeric is a healthy ingredient of the moment, but its popularity as a medicinal spice is ancient. The brilliantly yellow-orange root contains the antioxidant curcumin, which is touted as beneficial for a host of ailments—and this is one trend for which the science actually (preliminarily) backs up the hype. When did turmeric become popular? The […]

Wild Kasturi Turmeric. Wild Kasturi Turmeric is mainly used for cosmetic benefits. Its facial mask is best for glowing skin, helpful for get rid of unwanted facial hairs. It is also known for its fragrance, acne and scar removing properties. Can we use normal turmeric on face? Turmeric may help treat certain skin conditions on […]

30 different types. India is also home to more than 30 different types of turmeric varieties all unique to their respective regions. How many types of turmeric are there? There are two main types of turmeric powder: Madras and Alleppey. Which turmeric is best in India? Lakadong TurmericLakadong Turmeric is reputed as the world’s best […]

But while the powdered form of turmeric is the most popularly used spice, its crude and unprocessed root form is one that you should use during winters. Raw turmeric, or kachchi haldi, is a root spice, much like ginger, which can be added to your winter diet to combat a number of seasonal health issues. […]

Turmeric powder, a common byproduct of the root vegetable, is made from drying small pieces of chopped Turmeric and grinding it into a fine powder most commonly used as a spice in cooking. The leaf and flower of the plant are also said to have medicinal properties, just like the root. Is turmeric is a […]

Blue Turmeric is rare species of turmeric that’s different from the standard yellow/orange Curcuma longa. It’s typically used for medicinal applications throughout Vietnam, but we’re partial to its menthol, pine-y aroma, with a flavor that’s earthy, savory and beautifully bitter. What is blue turmeric good for? Studies on the health benefits of blue turmeric, including […]

North America. Turmeric ranks third in the total exports of spices from India, said TPCI Chairman. India’s turmeric exports have touched $236 million (around Rs 1,632 crore) in 2018 and North America has emerged as the largest market for the commodity, according to Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI). Which area turmeric is best in […]

As per industry inputs, price of turmeric in domestic market is approximately Rs. 117 per kg as against the imported turmeric priced at Rs 87 per kg. Hence, India processors and extraction industry imports turmeric from Indonesia, Ethiopia, Myanmar and Vietnam primarily due to the price difference. Which country is the largest importer of turmeric? […]

India. India is a leading producer and exporter of turmeric in the world. Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Orissa, Karnataka, West Bengal, Gujarat, Meghalaya, Maharashtra, Assam are some of the important states cultivates turmeric, of which, Andhra Pradesh alone occupies 35.0% of area and 47.0% of production. Which country has the best turmeric? IndiaIndia is the […]

Fresh turmeric needs to be cured before it can be dried and powdered. Turmeric is boiled and then dried in the sun. Boiling enables the starch in the turmeric to gelatinize and also helps in intensifying the color and in uniform distribution of color throughout the rhizome. Once completely dried, its then powdered. Is it […]

Erode Turmeric is known for the high Curcumin content which is a natural food coloring agent as approved by WHO. Erode Turmeric has about 90 percentage of Curcumin content for which it is most sought after. It is also known for its high medicinal value and taste. Why Erode is called turmeric City? Erode is […]