Turmeric: How the Golden Spice stood the test of time.

[ShahdagMountains]

But what turmeric is best known for is its abundance of curcuminoids – a class of phenolic compounds and natural coloring agents – principal of which is curcumin. Curcumin, also called diferuloylmethane, is turmeric’s main active component and is often credited for the spice’s many health benefits. [6] Curcuminoids make up between 2 to 9% of turmeric, with curcumin comprising 77%, followed by desmethoxycurcumin (17%), bi-desmethoxycurcumin (3%) and cyclocurcumin in almost negligible amounts.

Like many of the active components of turmeric, curcuminoids have potent antioxidant properties. Clinical studies have shown that consumption of curcuminoid-rich turmeric is a great way to replenish your natural antioxidant stores.

Aside from an abundance of antioxidants, turmeric provides a wide range of essential nutrients. Together with its other health-supporting properties, this impressive nutrient profile has made turmeric a bona fide superfood. According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a 100-gram (g) serving of ground turmeric root provides the following essential nutrients.

Turmeric: How the Golden Spice stood the test of time

The root of Curcuma longa, a flowering plant from the ginger family, is well known for its many uses. Also called the “Golden Spice” and “Indian Saffron” because of its bright yellow color, turmeric is widely used as a culinary ingredient in Southeast Asia, where it is grown commercially...

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[okfine]

Does nothing as claimed.

 

[shockedcanadian]

But what turmeric is best known for is its abundance of curcuminoids – a class of phenolic compounds and natural coloring agents – principal of which is curcumin. Curcumin, also called diferuloylmethane, is turmeric’s main active component and is often credited for the spice’s many health benefits. [6] Curcuminoids make up between 2 to 9% of turmeric, with curcumin comprising 77%, followed by desmethoxycurcumin (17%), bi-desmethoxycurcumin (3%) and cyclocurcumin in almost negligible amounts.

Like many of the active components of turmeric, curcuminoids have potent antioxidant properties. Clinical studies have shown that consumption of curcuminoid-rich turmeric is a great way to replenish your natural antioxidant stores.

Aside from an abundance of antioxidants, turmeric provides a wide range of essential nutrients. Together with its other health-supporting properties, this impressive nutrient profile has made turmeric a bona fide superfood. According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a 100-gram (g) serving of ground turmeric root provides the following essential nutrients.

Turmeric: How the Golden Spice stood the test of time

The root of Curcuma longa, a flowering plant from the ginger family, is well known for its many uses. Also called the “Golden Spice” and “Indian Saffron” because of its bright yellow color, turmeric is widely used as a culinary ingredient in Southeast Asia, where it is grown commercially...

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This and Curmucin are nice to have. I haven't taken any in a long time but there are expansive medicinal claims made about their benefits. I used to sprinkle some on my salad. Curcumin has a horrible taste but is the critical ingredient. Turmeric has a more palatable taste, but just barely IMO.

 

[SweetSue92]

But what turmeric is best known for is its abundance of curcuminoids – a class of phenolic compounds and natural coloring agents – principal of which is curcumin. Curcumin, also called diferuloylmethane, is turmeric’s main active component and is often credited for the spice’s many health benefits. [6] Curcuminoids make up between 2 to 9% of turmeric, with curcumin comprising 77%, followed by desmethoxycurcumin (17%), bi-desmethoxycurcumin (3%) and cyclocurcumin in almost negligible amounts.

Like many of the active components of turmeric, curcuminoids have potent antioxidant properties. Clinical studies have shown that consumption of curcuminoid-rich turmeric is a great way to replenish your natural antioxidant stores.

Aside from an abundance of antioxidants, turmeric provides a wide range of essential nutrients. Together with its other health-supporting properties, this impressive nutrient profile has made turmeric a bona fide superfood. According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a 100-gram (g) serving of ground turmeric root provides the following essential nutrients.

Turmeric: How the Golden Spice stood the test of time

The root of Curcuma longa, a flowering plant from the ginger family, is well known for its many uses. Also called the “Golden Spice” and “Indian Saffron” because of its bright yellow color, turmeric is widely used as a culinary ingredient in Southeast Asia, where it is grown commercially...

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One of only a few supplements I take routinely.

 

[Harpy Eagle]

I make a great Jamaican Chicken hand pie that has turmeric in the crust. Have not made it in while, will have to do so tonight!

 

[irosie91]

This and Curmucin are nice to have. I haven't taken any in a long time but there are expansive medicinal claims made about their benefits. I used to sprinkle some on my salad. Curcumin has a horrible taste but is the critical ingredient. Turmeric has a more palatable taste, but just barely IMO.

I will grow it------I hope soon---I need compost