Turmeric, deriving from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, is a culinary spice that spans cultures.
Its peppery, warm, slightly bitter flavour and orangey-ginger fragrance make it a main ingredient in curries and other Indian dishes.
Turmeric is also a powerful nutritional supplement – it contains the valuable compound, curcumin, a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, that has also been shown to improve brain function, reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer and fight a variety of chronic diseases.