Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a plant belonging to the family Zingiberaceae. 
Known for its delicate taste and intense colour, it is also known for its beneficial properties. It is mainly used in cooking but also in Ayurvedic medicine.

PROPERTIES

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Anticoagulant
• Protects the immune system

TIPS FOR USE

• Can be used as an ingredient in bakery products, rice- and pasta-dishes, vegetables and condiments.
• Add this ingredient towards the end of your food preparation, for optimal taste preservation.
• In savory recipes add the turmeric together with a pinch of pepper - like voatsiperifery - which acts as a fixator for turmeric in the body.
• In sweet recipes add the turmeric together with a pinch of ginger - like this organic ginger powder - which acts as a fixator for turmeric in the body.
• The bromoline contained in pineapple also acts as a fixer of the properties of turmeric. 
• Ideal for the preparation of golden milk. Add a teaspoon of turmeric powder and half a teaspoon of ginger powder to a large cup. Fill up and mix with hot almond or soy milk.