The word pelvi kurkum arrived in classical Arabic and later passed into our language as turmeric. This is the name given to a monocotyledonous plant native to India, whose root is used in different ways.
With the scientific name Curcuma longa, turmeric belongs to the Cingiberaceae or Zingiberaceae family. Being monocotyledonous, its embryo has a single cotyledon (name given to the first leaf that emerges from an embryo).
The plant, which can measure about a meter in height, has leaves in two rows, with triple and hermaphroditic flowers and capsule-like fruits. In addition to growing in India, it is found in other Asian regions with hot and humid climates.
The rhizomes of turmeric, with a somewhat bitter taste and a characteristic yellow color, are used as a spice. Turmeric, in this context, is one of the most important ingredients in the spice mixture known as curry, which also contains cumin, coriander and other plants.
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Specifically, among the many advantages of including turmeric in anyone’s diet are the following:
-It is considered to be a wonderful species to prevent cancer.
-The concentrations of the so-called bad cholesterol are reduced.
-Helps prevent depressive-type disorders.
-In the same way, it should be noted that it is considered to be a great product to relieve the pain that is associated with arthritis.
-Helps keep weight under control.
-No less relevant is that turmeric is very useful to strengthen the immune system.
-Do not forget that, in addition, it helps to improve what is digestion.
-In this list of benefits that includes turmeric in the diet is also the one that is considered to do its bit to prevent Alzheimer’s.
If it is so beneficial, it is because it provides the body with not only nutrients but also vitamins (C, E and K), calcium, iron, proteins, fiber and magnesium.
In addition to all of the above, we cannot ignore the fact that turmeric is not recommended for people who have coagulation problems, for those who are pregnant or for those who have health problems related to the stomach.
Also, do not forget that it is great for healing wounds, as it will help them heal quickly and well, and that it is suitable for people suffering from diabetes as well as for those who need to detoxify the liver.
Chicken curry is one of the most popular gastronomic recipes with turmeric. It is a typical dish of India and other South and East Asian countries, which includes chicken meat, curry, tomato and onion.
Turmeric, on the other hand, is used as a dye. In the textile industry, it can be used to dye wool, cotton, silk, and other materials. It is also used in the production of waxes, varnishes, lacquers and dyes.
Research has also been carried out on the medicinal benefits that turmeric would provide. The tests suggest that some of the components of the plant could help in different treatments.