ORGANIC TURMERIC Root Powder 100% Pure (Curcuma Longa) Certified USDA OrganicNo salt, No MSG, Non-GMO, No ethylene oxide (ETO) treatment, Non-irradiated, Gluten-Free Product Description Completely natural, certified organic and grown with the underlying philosophy that promotes sustainability of Mother Earth for the present and future generations. Enhance the flavor of your dishes with Jiva Organics Organic Turmeric Powder. It makes a healthy and tasty addition to your spice rack. It can be used to make turmeric capsules, is certified USDA organic and contains no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. This Jiva Organics Turmeric offers high purity, intense aroma and a great taste. Product Futures Certified USDA Organic, can be used to make turmeric capsules All natural, no artificial flavors or preservatives No salt, no MSG, no GMO, no ethylene oxide (ETO) treatment, non-irradiated High purity, intense aroma, and great taste Contains 3-4% curcumin content, easily absorbed The Amazing Health Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin Turmeric (non-GMO) is one of nature's most powerful healers, with the active ingredient being curcurmin. Popularly used in Indian cuisine, turmeric root has been shown to have a broad number of possible nourishing effects. Turmeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye. MAKES YOUR FOOD DELICIOUS: Turmeric powder enhances the flavor of any dish. FIGHTS INFLAMMATION: The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric extract are used in medicine. GIVES COLOR: Turmeric can give some foods a beautiful yellow-gold color as well as amazing taste. IMPROVES HEALTH: Spicing your meals with turmeric is sure to benefit your overall health. Turmeric spice would be a great addition to your kitchen. It’s incredibly delicious and this powder is one of the healthiest spices you can find. It literally makes your meals better for you. The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric curcumin have been proven by many studies and today it’s used in the treatment of osteoarthritis and alternative medicine for cancer, psoriasis and diabetes. Turmeric powder contains this essential compound that gives your dishes anti-inflammatory properties. It can also be used for making natural remedies that will enhance your health and beauty. Nutritional ValueUnlike some other spices, turmeric powder doesn’t contain large quantities of essential nutrients. Its main value comes from curcumin, an antioxidant that fights inflammation. However, it does provide you with a small boost of iron and manganese. Of the 6000+ studies referencing curcumin, the most interesting finding is that when turmeric is compared to conventional medicine its benefits equal that of many pharmaceutical medications. Health Benefits of TurmericWhen examining the research, turmeric benefits go beyond that of these 10 drugs: ✔ Anti-inflammatory drugs✔ Anti-depressants (Prozac)✔ Chemotherapy✔ Anti-coagulants (Aspirin)✔ Pain killers✔ Diabetes drugs (Metformin)✔ Arthritis medications✔ Inflammatory bowel disease drugs✔ Cholesterol drugs (Lipitor)✔ Steroids The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries. Recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial for many different health conditions. Among some of the most interesting turmeric health benefits and recent scientific findings: Brain nourishment: The 2003 study in Italy as published in the Italian Journal of Biochemistry showed that Turmeric may support a healthy brain and nervous system. Another study conducted at UCLA and published in the December 2004 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry, which has been confirmed by further research published online April 20, 2006, in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, provides further insight as to how Turmeric provides multiple areas of protection against the mechanisms that may support conditions related to brain health. This research was so profoundly exciting to researchers that human clinical trials to further investigate Turmeric's potential will soon be underway. May support a healthy inflammation response: Turmeric's ability to support a healthy inflammation response been shown to be comparable to the potent drugs hydrocortisone and phenylbutazone as well as over-the-counter anti-inflammatory agents such as Motrin. And unlike lab-produced pharmaceutical drugs, Turmeric has been shown to produce no toxicity, nor the kinds of stomach problems that commonly occur with pharmaceuticals with this same purpose. Rheumatoid Arthritis: Many clinical studies have shown that the antioxidant properties of Turmeric may support the body's ability to fight the free radicals responsible for the joint health issues. Turmeric's combination of antioxidant and supporting a healthy inflammation response effects explains why many people with joint health issues possibly find relief when they use the spice regularly, and in a recent study of patients with rheumatoid arthritis, Turmeric was compared to phenylbutazone and produced comparable improvements in shortened duration of a variety of issues. Cystic Fibrosis: Curcumin, the major constituent of turmeric that gives the spice its yellow color, may support healthy gene expression, as suggested by an animal study published in the April 2004 issue of Science. Cystic fibrosis, a fatal disease that attacks the lungs with a thick mucus, causing life-threatening infections, and afflicts about 30,000 American children and young adults, who rarely survive beyond 30 years of age. Cellular mutation Prevention: Turmeric's antioxidant effects help protect the colon cells from free radicals that can damage cellular DNA -- a significant benefit particularly in the colon where cell turnover is quite rapid. By improving liver function, it also helps the body to destroy mutated cells so that they cannot spread through the body and cause more harm. Even more interesting, when Turmeric was combined with the vegetable Cauliflower, the protection against cell mutation in the colon was even more pronounced, leading researchers to believe the combination of cruciferous vegetables and curcumin could be an "effective therapy not only to prevent prostate problems, but to inhibit the spread of established prostate problems". Time to start eating cauliflower with turmeric! May support a healthy liver: recent studies have shown that Turmeric increases the detoxification enzymes in the liver, so much so that one set of researchers commented, "Turmeric used widely as a spice would probably mitigate the effects of several dietary carcinogens". In our polluted, often carcinogenic laden environment, diet and lifestyles these days, this is very beneficial. From supporting a healthy cardiovascular system to serving as a great source of vitamin B6 to further overall anti-oxidization, detoxification and blood-brain benefits, the health benefits of Turmeric continue to be revealed and discovered by new scientific studies each year. Some possible traditional uses of Raw Organic Turmeric Root Powder may include:Yielding approximately 4.1% curcuminSupporting a healthy immune system responseSupporting healthy brain functionHelping spur the production of glutathione, the body's "master antioxidant"Supporting healthy cell replicationSupporting healthy bones, joints, & overall skeletal systemMay support blood vessel healthMay support healthy lipid levelsSupports neurological healthMay support healthy liver functionMay support skin health from ultraviolet B radiation (UVB) damageSupporting a healthy digestive system Turmeric Root nutrition includes:Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, SeleniumVitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Choline, Betaine, Vitamin A (IU), Lutein & Zeaxanthin, Vitamin E, Beta Tocopherol, Gamma Tocopherol, Vitamin KAmino Acids: Tryptophan, Threonine, Isoleucine, Leucine,. Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Valine, Arginine, Histidine, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Proline, SerinePhytochemicals: Alpha-Alantone, Alpha-Terpineol, Arabinose, AR-Turmerone, Arabinose, Azulene, Bisabolene, Cinnamic-Acid, Curcumin, Curlone, L-Alpha-Cumcumene, L-Beta-Curcumene, Turmerone, ZingibereneEssential Oils: Beta-Pinene, Caryophyllene, Cineole, Curcumene, Curcumenol, Curdione, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalol, Terpinene, Trepineol This product is 100% natural and minimally processed.Taste, smell, texture, and color may vary from batch to batch. Suggested Use: Mix 1 to 2 teaspoons with vegetable, rice and meat recipes or add to your favorite smoothie. Other PreparationsDecoction: Use the ratio of 1 tablespoon of herb for every 10 ounces of water. Put all ingredients into a pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover & lower to a simmer for 20-30 minutes. Turn the heat off and allow the mixture to sit for another 10 minutes. Strain and serve (this method is specific for barks and roots).Tincture: This method can take 15 to 30 days. You will need 3 items (mason jar with cover, the herb/herbs of your choice, liquid for extracting). The extracting liquid can be alcohol, alcohol/ water combo, vinegar or vegetable glycerin. Take the product and fill the jar ¾ full, add the liquid of your choice and close the jar. Then shake the jar so everything is well mixed. Give the jar a good 5 minute shake, several times a day. After 15 to 30 days strain and bottle in glass tincture jars.Mixing Suggestions: To increase flavor and nutritional profile combine with our organic ginger and cinnamon powders. Ingredients: Organic Turmeric RootParts Used: Turmeric RootBotanical Name: Curcuma LongaOther Names: Indian saffron, Curcumin, Jiang Huang, Ukon, Goeratji, Kakoenji, Koenjet, Kondin, Kunir, Kunyit, Oendre, Rame, Renet, Temu kuning, Temu kunyit, Tius, Terra Merita, Safran Boubou, Safran De Malaba