Find Turmeric here, there and everywhere at the moment: from turmeric supplements, to turmeric teas to turmeric lattes. But, how much do you really know about this exotic ingredient? Here are ten facts about Turmeric to ensure that you're fully clued up and in the know...
10 Facts About Turmeric
- Turmeric is known by numerous names all over the world, but in Latin it is called Curcuma Longa.
- Turmeric is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, alongside ginger, and shares many similarities with its sibling.
- It has been used in the Himalayas in Ayurvedic medicine for over 5000 years.
- Turmeric grows to approximately one metre in height, it is gathered for the rhizomes.
- It protects against the damaging effects of free radicals. It has a high antioxidant content.
- Turmeric boasts digestive properties, and supports digestion. It is also an anti-inflammatory.
- Use Turmeric topically to cleanse, treat and heal skin concerns.
- Curcumin is the main active ingredient inside turmeric (approximately 3% of turmeric) - it's also fat soluble.
- Turmeric brightens the skin. Mix with yoghurt and apply to your skin.
- Used in Haldi ceremonies - part of Hindu and South Asian Muslim wedding celebrations to perfect the skin before weddings.
Have you ever tried to apply this exotic powder topically? We believe in the power of turmeric for the skin, as well as for use internally, which is why it is the key ingredient inside our Urban Veda
Radiance range. In Ayurveda, turmeric is fantastic for balancing the Vata dosha.
Vata types tend to be people who often struggle with skin dullness and dehydration. When out of balance, Vata types tend to feel the cold and can suffer from inflammatory concerns with their joints, which is where turmeric steps in! Not only is turmeric good-for-skin, but the mind and body also. We hope you enjoyed these ten facts about turmeric.
