Turmeric

Curcuma longa (Zingiberaceae - ginger family)

Also Known As: Indian Saffron, golden spice,

Ayurvedic Names: Haridra, Kanchani, haldi, manjal

TCM Name: Jiang Huang

TRADITIONAL USE

Turmeric has been used traditionally for many conditions including indigestion, upper respiratory infections and liver disease.

FOLKLORE & HISTORY

Turmeric has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years in ceremony and as medicine and prized for its potent range of antioxidants and bioactive compounds

HERBAL ACTIONS

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, carminative, cholagogue, hepatoprotective, antiviral, antifungal, anti-ageing, antibacterial.

BENEFITS

Our herbs offer powerful herbal benefits and are not limited to just one category. Discover the full range of what each herb can do:

Immunity: Inflammatory support
Detox & Digestion: Digestive health, liver health
Ageing & Longevity: Inflammatory conditions, joint health
Female Health: PMS, menstrual cramps.

CONSTITUENTS

Curcuminoids, aromatic turmerones, antioxidants: quercetin, essential oils.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated with: Anticoagulants, diabetic medication, blood thinners, cancer medication, tamoxifen, amlodipine, sulfasalazine, tacrolimus