Natural Whole Dried Turmeric Root / Curcuma longa / Curcuma Aromatica / Indian Saffron / Yellow Zeodary / Manjal / Haldi / Pasupu

• 53% of dietary fiber, (% of Recommended Daily Allowance, RDA per 100 g)
• 138 % of vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine),
• 32% of niacin,
• 43 % of vitamin C,
• 21 % of vitamin E,
• 54 % of potassium,
• 517 % of iron,
• 340 %of manganese and
• 40 % of zinc.
• but 0% cholesterol.

Here are some of the Health Benefits of Turmeric mentioned below:

• Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, anti-flatulent, carminative, and anti-microbial properties.
• It has a very good level of potassium that will help to control the heartbeat rate and blood pressure level.
• Turmeric also has magnesium that is utilized by the human body. The iron content is an important co-factor for the cytochrome oxidase enzymes at the cellular level metabolisms and also it is required for red blood cell productions.
• Turmeric is the best medicine for memory disorders.
• It also protects you from coronary artery disease and stroke.
• The anti-inflammatory compound curcumin can help to treat the symptoms of arthritis. Turmeric is also used in many anti-inflammatory drugs.  

• Dried turmeric root has also been used as offerings in Hindu rituals. 
• It is used in the preparation of tea for its earthy flavor. Enjoy turmeric tea or golden milk and gain health benefits. 
• It is also added to soups, curries, or other rice dishes for its color. 
• The dried root is used in tinctures, gargles, and also as a natural dye.

Turmeric will not cause any side effects, but if you use blood thinners then consult your doctor before trying turmeric powder. 

Harvesting Methods

Turmeric is harvested in the winter season. The roots are taken only when the plant dies. This is because the plant transfers all its nutrients into rhizomes only when it dies. Then the whole plant is dried up in sunlight and the roots are extracted.