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Turmeric (Curcuma longa), the bright yellow of the spice rainbow, is a powerful medicine that has long been used in the Chinese and Indian systems of medicine Turmeric Powder, a bright yellow spice powder is made from dry Turmeric Rhizomes. Turmeric's main ingredient is 'curcumin' which exhibit a wide range of medicinal activities. Turmeric is useful for its colour, flavor, cosmetic and medicinal properties. 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.
Ancient Indian medicine, Ayurveda has recommended its use in food for its medicinal value, much of which is now being researched in the modern day. Its use as a coloring agent is not of primary value in South Asian cuisine. Ayurveda, is also said to improve the skin and is touted as an anti-aging agent.
Turmeric is also used as a dye in textile industry. It is used in the preparation of medicinal oils, ointments and poultice. Turmeric is used in almost all of India's cuisine, as an ingredient in skin care, as a medicine for various health conditions. The popularity of turmeric is growing around the world. Properly stored turmeric powder has a shelf life of two years.