Dried Turmeric Potatoes (Curcuma longa)

Kingdom: Plantae

Clade: Tracheophytes

Family: Zingiberaceae

Genus: Curcuma

Species: C. longa

Turmeric is botanically known as Curcuma longa, it belongs to the ginger family. Turmeric has a long history in traditional medicine. The flavor-filled spice is cultivated from the roots or rhizomes of the flowering plant, which is widely grown in India and other Southeast Asian countries. While adding this spice to the dishes, it gives a vibrant yellow color.

The primary active component of this herb gives yellow color. Due to the active components, it naturally has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that slow down the aging process, prevent depression, Alzheimer’s disease. 

Health Benefits

• Turmeric contains a powerful antioxidant that reduces the risk of chronic inflammation. It also helps to reduce oxidative stress.
• Some studies prove that turmeric reduces arthritis pain and treats some gastrointestinal pain related to inflammatory bowel disease.
• Curcumin in turmeric will help to prevent lifestyle-related diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, and some cancer types.
• The medicinal properties of turmeric will help to treat some skin problems like alopecia, psoriasis, and acne.
• This herbal medicine also reduces brain inflammation and increases memory power.