Turmeric

Turmeric belongs to the zingiberaceae family. It contains curcumin - a yellow natural dye (non toxic); perhaps it is the most commonly used in food and best known by the acronym E-100. It contains sugar (up to 30%), proteins, minerals, vitamins, resins. It has remarkable antioxidant properties and digestive, especially helping the digestion of fats. It is useful to detoxify liver. It is the main ingredient in curries, to which it gives the typical golden color. It has a delicate aroma and flavor is not particularly intense. Its coloring effect is saffron -like, although its flavor and the aroma are less intense. Ground turmeric is also available.