Turmeric root contains many healthy substances and oils such as as termerone, curlone, curcumin, cineole, and p-cymene which are responsible for its healing properties mentioned below.
Specifically, curcumin, a poly-phenolic compound (the main pigment that imparts a deep orange color) is known to have the anti-tumor, antioxidant, anti-arthritic, anti-amyloid (prevents neurodegenerative diseases), anti-ischemic (prevents cardiovascular diseases), anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
Turmeric is low in calories and contains no cholesterol, but contains a very rich source of nutrients, vitamins and minerals including such as vitamin C, E, B-6, B- 5, niacin, riboflavin, potassium, manganese, copper, calcium, iron, phosphorous, zinc and magnesium. The anti-oxidant strength of turmeric is one of the highest among known herbs and spices.
Current Origin: Hawaii
This product is harvested to order – now that's fresh!
Note: We do our best to ship quality produce to Alaska and Hawaii, but due to unknown conditions at the barge lines, we cannot guarantee the quality on arrival.
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