Turmeric is an important spice in India. It is continuously growing underground stem or rhizome like ginger. It is hardly possible to think of preparing our delicious curries without turmeric.
The spice has the ability to cure many digestive and liver illnesses. Turmeric can inhibit clotting of blood, reduce inflammation and can help maintain cholesterol levels in the body. Due to its antibacterial properties, the spice is used to treat many skin diseases. Much research is done today on the effectiveness of turmeric in treating cancer. Turmeric is a known cosmetic agent. Women in India have been using turmeric for centuries for clearing and beautifying their skin. Regular application of the spice can remove unwanted hair on the body too.
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