Turmeric Powder – Imported (Curcuma longa)

Common name: Turmeric, Indian Saffron, Haldi
Botanical name: Curcuma longa L.
Plant part: Rhizome
Origin: Imported; confirm the country of origin with the supplier.
Category: Ayurveda

Product Overview

Imported Turmeric Powder comes from the dried rhizome of Curcuma longa, a perennial plant in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. Turmeric is widely used as a culinary spice and has a long history in traditional Ayurvedic practices.

The powder has a distinctive golden-yellow colour, warm aroma, and earthy, slightly bitter flavour. It also contains naturally occurring plant compounds, including curcuminoids such as curcumin, as well as aromatic oils.

Turmeric Powder suits a variety of culinary applications and appropriate botanical preparations. However, its colour, aroma, texture, and composition may vary depending on the source and processing method. Buyers should check the supplier’s specifications to confirm the product’s grade and intended use.

Nutritional Value

Turmeric Powder contains naturally occurring plant compounds, along with small amounts of nutrients.

Its nutritional composition depends on the raw material and processing method. For accurate nutritional values, consult the supplier’s product specifications or laboratory analysis.

Composition

Turmeric rhizomes contain several naturally occurring constituents, including:

• Curcuminoids: Yellow plant pigments that include curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin.
• Volatile oils: Aromatic compounds, including turmerones, that contribute to turmeric’s characteristic scent.
• Dietary fibre: Naturally present in the ground rhizome.
• Carbohydrates: Naturally occurring components of the plant material.
• Other plant compounds: Additional constituents may occur in varying amounts depending on the source and processing method.

The concentration of these compounds can vary between products. Therefore, confirm any specific curcumin percentage with the supplier before including it in the product listing.

Benefits and Properties of Turmeric Powder

Turmeric is valued for its distinctive colour, aromatic qualities and versatility in food preparation.

• Culinary versatility: Adds colour, aroma and flavour to a variety of dishes.
• Natural plant compounds: Contains curcuminoids that researchers have studied for their antioxidant properties.
• Traditional use: Plays a longstanding role in Ayurvedic practices and various culinary traditions.
• Formulation applications: Its characteristic yellow colour makes it useful in suitable food preparations and botanical formulations.

However, research on concentrated curcumin extracts does not automatically apply to ordinary Turmeric Powder. Avoid presenting this product as a cure or treatment for any disease.

Uses

Turmeric Powder offers several practical applications. For example, buyers may use it for:

• Seasoning everyday meals.
• Preparing curries, soups, sauces, and marinades.
• Creating spice blends and food seasonings.
• Appropriate traditional Ayurvedic preparations.
• Other applications that match the supplier’s product specifications.

Precautions

• People with gallbladder or bile duct conditions should seek medical advice before using concentrated turmeric products.
• If you take medication or have an existing medical condition, consult a healthcare professional before using turmeric supplements.
• Concentrated turmeric supplements may interact with certain medicines. However, their use differs from adding ordinary turmeric powder to food.

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Dakitz Naturals aims to provide botanical ingredients for herbal preparations and formulation needs. Please refer to the product specifications or contact the team for batch-specific information about origin, processing, and quality. Explore our range of Ayurvedic botanical ingredients, including Arjuna Powder, for herbal formulation needs.