Turmeric – Powdered, Food Grade

Description

Highlands Brand, food-grade Turmeric

Turmeric, also known as curcuma longa, is a very common herb and referred to as the “Queen of Spices” which people use for cooking.

There are a wide range of antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic and anti-inflammatory properties.

It is also loaded with many healthy nutrients such as protein, dietary fiber, niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, sodium, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and zinc.

Here are the top 10 health benefits of eating turmeric – (CNN iReport)

1. Cancer Prevention

Prevents prostate cancer, stops the growth of existing prostate cancer and even destroys cancer cells. Multiple researchers have found that the active components in turmeric makes it one of the best protectors against radiation-induced tumors. It also has a preventive effect against tumor cells such as T-cell leukemia, colon carcinomas and breast carcinomas.

2. Arthritis Reliever

3. Diabetes Control

4. Heals Wounds

5. Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention

6. Improves Digestion

7. Natural Liver Detoxifier

8. Maintains Ideal Body Weight

9. Reduces Cholesterol Level

10. B0.21 % of vitamin E,
0.54 % of potassium,
5.17 % of iron,
3.4 %of manganese and
0.4 % of zinc.
but 0% cholesterol.

Side Effects [taken from WebMD]

Are there safety concerns? (update) Turmeric is LIKELY SAFE when used appropriately by adults.

Turmeric usually does not cause significant side effects; however, some people can experience stomach upset, nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea.

Weight: 250 grams

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1 g of turmeric provides : 0.53% of dietary fiber, (% of Recommended Daily Allowance, RDA per 100 g)
1.38 % of vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine),
0.32% of niacin,
0.43 % of vitamin C,