Curcuma

Turmeric is the dried root of . It is a very important herb in Indian Ayurvedic medicine. A symbol of prosperity, Turmeric has been used for centuries in the Indian traditional system of medicine, as a spice and a natural food colour. Turmeric is also seen as an excellent natural antibiotic.

Turmeric is an ancient Indian spice and a traditional remedy that has been used as a medicine, condiment and flavoring. As per Indian Ayurvedic text turmeric can be taken on a daily basis to improve body immunity.

Uses of Turmeric :

• Curcumin, one of the active ingredients in turmeric, induces the flow of bile, which breaks down fats.

• Curcumin is also an anti-inflammatory agent that relieves the aches and pains associated with arthritis.

• Organic Turmeric can be taken on a daily basis to improve body immunity to various allergic conditions owing to its anti-Bacterial activities.

• Turmeric's volatile oil functions as an external antibiotic, preventing bacterial infection in wounds.

• Organic Turmeric powder can be used for encapsulation and preparing highly beneficial organic Turmeric health tablets.

• Organic Turmeric pastes and ointments can be made from Turmeric. The turmeric, with its antibacterial action, will prevent the bacterial wound infections.

Family : Zingiberaceae
Biological Name : Curcuma longa
Other Names : Curcuma, Turmeric, Haldi, Haridra, Gauri
Parts Used : Rhizome, Tubers