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Turmeric in the food industry

It is, in fact, turmeric that gives curries their distinctive colour and flavour. The spice is a key ingredient for curry powder – but it’s also used in a range of food items that you may not expect. Manufactured foods such as ice cream, yoghurt, dairy products, popcorn and orange juice can sometimes contain the spice for its colour-enhancing benefits.

Turmeric and alternative medicines

For as long as the spice has been around, our ancestors have been using it to treat a wide range of conditions. According to Ayurveda principles, it is thought to strengthen the body’s energy, relieve arthritis and improve digestion. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners use it to treat abdominal pain. It is considered to be a bitter digestive, which can stimulate the production of bile and has carminative properties.

Turmeric’s health benefits

Turmeric’s main active ingredient is curcumin, an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Not only is it responsible for the colour and flavour of the spice, but it’s also the reason that turmeric can fight inflammation so effectively. The active ingredient inhibits the production of inflammation-causing genes, so it’s useful for several health conditions characterised by inflammation, such as arthritis and heart disease.

The golden spice has also been shown to ramp up antioxidant activity and bolster the body’s defences against free radical attack. This can improve health outcomes and also has a positive effect on the skin as free radical damage can cause premature ageing.

Quality products for bulk supply

Turmeric is just one of over 600 dried botanical, herb and spice ingredients that we stock at Joseph Flach & Sons. Our products are of the highest quality and ideal for a wide range of manufactured products including blended teas, pharmaceuticals, spirits, animal nutrition and herbal remedies.

We have excellent relationships with our network of suppliers to ensure we source high-quality raw materials from across the globe. Based in the UK but with a global reach, we can support you and your company’s growth with a steady, reliable, high-quality supply of ingredients.

WE OFFER TURMERIC IN THE FOLLOWING FORMS:

• Turmeric Powder – Botanical name: Curcuma longa

• Turmeric Root Cut – Botanical name: Curcuma longa

Please note that many botanicals come in different forms and grades which may determine or improve their suitability for specific applications. At Joseph Flach & Sons, we carry a broad range of products in various forms and grades. Please do check with our experts if you require a specific grade or form and they will be delighted to help you.