Turmeric
FRESH TURMERIC: HALDI: the golden spice of India.
Uses of Fresh Turmeric Roots:
- You can use grated turmeric roots to soups and stews.
- Turmeric Tea is also another option to use roots.
- If you are suffering from cold, take water and add turmeric roots to it, it will give you instant relief.
- Try golden milk.
- Blend it into any smoothie, this will give nice texture and flavor also.
- Season your stir fry foods with some grated turmeric.
- It will add beautiful color to your regular plain dishes like quinoa, mashed potatoes, basmati rice, etc.
- You can also sun dry fresh turmeric roots, make a powder of it and use it as a spice.
- Also, you can make a paste of fresh turmeric, freeze it and then place those frozen turmeric paste in a zip lock bag. You can use it in various things now.
Health benefits of turmeric:
- boosts digestion
- protects skin
- reduce inflammation
- helps lower cholesterol
- balance blood sugar
- natural detoxifier
- works as an antiseptic
- maintain a healthy body fat level
- reduce joint pain
- protect against cancer and many more…
Apart from having so many health benefits and uses of this golden spice, we must use it in a particular amount, especially during summer days. For pregnant, it is suggested to consult their doctor before taking any new in your diet.
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