Spices
Turmeric
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a rhizome—a type of underground stem—belonging to the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). It looks a bit like ginger but has a bright orange-yellow interior and an earthy, slightly bitter taste with peppery and mustard-like notes.
When dried and ground into a fine golden powder, turmeric becomes a spice that’s essential to cuisines across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, and it’s also used in traditional medicine worldwide.
Nutritional & Medicinal Profile (Per 1 tsp of turmeric powder)
Nutrient |
Amount |
|---|---|
Calories |
~9 kcal |
Carbs |
~2 g |
Protein |
~0.3 g |
Fat |
~0.2 g |
Fiber |
~0.7 g |
Iron |
~1.65 mg (9% DV) |
Manganese |
~0.5 mg (26% DV) |
Curcumin |
Active compound (varies) |
