Turmeric (Curcuma)

Turmeric or it’s main active compound curcumin, has been around for centuries and is known as it can be used for many different reasons. Not only are there numerous and diverse health benefits, there are also medical conditions which it can help inhibit, treat or reduce.

Color: Yellow to orange mustard color. Taste: Has a bitter earthy taste with a slight gingery feel to it.

Aroma: Has an earthy aroma.

Varieties: 1. Ground (Powder) 2. Dried Slices

Storing Conditions: The product must be stored in an airtight container and far away from sunlight and any moisture. The product can be refrigerated but users are not advised to due to a chance of contamination that might occur.

Shelf life: 3 - 4 years under storage conditions in accordance with the recommended storage.  

Benefits of Turmeric:

Maintain Heart Health: With its ability to help reduce inflammation and oxidation, turmeric could lower the risk of heart disease. Turmeric also may be helpful when used along with medication for managing cholesterol levels. Research shows that curcumin is safe and may protect those at risk for heart disease by lowering certain levels of cholesterol.

Fights Free Radicals: Curcumin has been shown to be a robust scavenger of oxygen free radicals, which are chemically active molecules that cause damage to the body’s cells. Free radical damage, along with inflammation, is a key driver of cardiovascular disease, so curcumin can play a part in preventing and managing heart disease. In addition to antioxidant effects, turmeric has also been shown to lower cholesterol and triglycerides in people at risk of heart disease, and may improve blood pressure. Antioxidants in turmeric may also reduce the risk of cataracts, glaucoma and muscular degeneration.

Maintain Immunity: Curcumin acts as an immune modulator influencing important immune cells including T cells, B cells and Natural Killer cells. In addition to this, curcumin appears to down-regulate pro-inflammatory compounds called cytokines, the prolonged activity of which can lead to inflammatory damage. When consumed at low doses, curcumin may also enhance our antibody responses, helping the body fight off infection.  

Support Cognitive Functions: Another active ingredient in turmeric is turmerone. Although less is known about turmerone, studies suggest it may be useful for conditions such as stroke and Alzheimer’s disease because it helps trigger cell repair and potentially support the recovery of brain function.

Brain Food: There is growing evidence that curcumin can cross the blood-brain barrier and may help to protect against Alzheimer’s disease. It works to reduce inflammation as well as the build-up of protein plaques in the brain that are characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease sufferers. There is some evidence that curcumin can help in depression and mood disorders.