Turmeric is a wonder spice also known as the Golden spice. Turmeric is a Rhizome(root), used fresh or dried or ground into a deep yellow powder with an orange hue, commonly used as a coloring and flavoring agent in India and many parts of Asia. Turmeric is called “Haldi” in Hindi. Turmeric has a bitter, earthy taste and a pungent aroma Since turmeric is used in a range of activities in India, from culinary to festive ceremonies, the chances of adulteration in commercially available turmeric powder are very high. Babas Natural Basket Turmeric powder is made by peeling and drying high quality farm fresh turmeric, cultivated in fertile fields of Wayanad, abiding to strict organic techniques. Processing techniques are done entirely by state of the art machines, ensuring best quality organic dried turmeric without any added flavour or preservatives. Dried turmeric loses some of its essential oils and pungent aroma during the drying process. It has a notable vibrant orange hue and a fresher aroma which are good indicators of relatively higher levels of Curcumin – the active phytochemical present in turmeric with notable therapeutic properties. Natural levels of curcumin in turmeric are not that high (around 3% of weight). So it is advised to use turmeric in combination with black pepper because black pepper can enhance our body’s ability to absorb more curcumin into the bloodstream. Curcumin mixed with black pepper is an equally effective remedy for your pet cats and dogs. Turmeric is a basic ingredient in many Indian dishes as well as Ayurvedic medicines. Most commonly used in curries to impart a musky flavour and a pleasant yellow colour. A general rule of thumb for using turmeric in different forms: 1 inch of fresh turmeric =1 teaspoon of grounded turmeric=1 tablespoon of grated turmeric. Medicinal properties of turmeric include anti-inflammatory benefits, anti-oxidant properties, aiding digestion and as a natural remedy for incest bites. Turmeric is truly a wonder spice in its purest form. So make sure you buy the best, curcumin rich turmeric to ensure a healthy lifestyle