Description: Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It adds heat, colour and health benefits when added to food items.
Alternative Names: Haldi | Manjal Arishina | Manjal Podi
Value: It has been used in India for thousands of years as both a spice and medicinal herb. Recently, science has started to back up traditional claims that turmeric contains compounds with medicinal properties.
- Turmeric is known for reducing inflammation.
- Known for treating wounds.
- Used in skin treatment such as acne, pimples, etc.
- Known as good medicine for cold and cough.
- Also helps in reducing pain.
