Turmeric Powder
Turmeric, also known as curcuma longa, is a very common herb. Often referred to as the “Queen of Spices,” its main characteristics are a pepper-like aroma, sharp taste and golden colour.
The use of turmeric dates back nearly 3000 years to the ancient Vedic culture of India. Since then, it has been used as important spice, beauty products and in spiritual ceremonies. There are various benefits and uses of Turmeric Powder from food to medicines.
It is also loaded with many healthy nutrients such as protein, dietary fibre, niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and zinc. Due to all these factors, turmeric is often used to treat a wide variety of health problems.
COMMON USES OF OUR TURMERIC POWDER
Turmeric powder is used across the globe as important spice and herb in cooking.
Turmeric powder is effective remedy for chronic cough and cold and throat irritations. Milk often boiled with a pinch of turmeric powder and ajwain and honey gives immediate relief.
For treating sprains and swellings turmeric powder mixed with lime and salt helps.
Turmeric powder is often used to stop the blood run resulting from any small wound or cut of a knife.
Turmeric colour also serves as a chemical indicator since it changes its colour on adding to acids or alkalis.
