Turmeric - (Curcuma longa)
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This perennial herb is native of India and Indonesia. It is often used together with other herbs. Turmeric is the main ingredient in curry powder and mustard. Turmeric contains a yellow pigment called curcumin. Add Turmeric to stews, rice, vegetable and shellfish dishes for a delicious taste. Other common names for this herb is curcuma, haldi, haridra and gauri. Part used: Roots. Don't use if you have symptoms from gallstones. |
