INTRODUCTION: Turmeric is an ancient spice that have been in used for over 2500 years in India. It was most likely first used as a dye. Turmeric is also been used as an Asian Cosmetic to impart golden glow to the complexion. There are 80 species of turmeric in India. So, turmeric is a dried rhizome and it is also known as the "country cousin" of ginger. Popularly it is called as "The Indian Saffron". It is referred to as Indian Saffron not only because of its common usage but of its distinctive yellow color. In vedic age, it was used for both culinary as well as religious ritual purposes. However, India has the honor of producing 80% of the world's turmeric crop. Erode, a state in Tamil Nadu is also known as the "yellow city" or "turmeric city". BENEFITS: The most important component of turmeric is the curcumin. It is the main active ingredient. This traditional spice have a lots of medicinal properties,...
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