Food Value

Minerals and Vitamins

Moisture

13.1 %

Calcium

Protein

6.3 %

Phosphorus

Fat

5.1 %

Iron

Minerals

3.5 %

Carotene

Fibre

2.6 %

Thiamine

Carbohydrates

69.4 %

Niacin

100%

Calorific Value - 349

It has intestinal antiseptic properties. Dry powder of turmeric with butter milk or water is supposed to be helpful for chronic diarrhea and flatulence. 

For Worm infestations --  a table spoon of juice of turmeric with a pinch of salt in the morning.

For Anemia -- a teaspoon of raw turmeric mixed with honey.

Bronchial Asthma -- A teaspoon of turmeric powder with a glass of milk, twice or thrice daily is very effective.

Chronic cough and throat irritation -- half teaspoon of turmeric mixed with small amount of milk is beneficial. 

Sprains -- For sprains or the swellings caused by sprains, turmeric paste mixed with lime and salt can be applied.

Boils -- application of turmeric paste to the boils speeds up the healing process and ripens the boils.

Skin diseases like ringworms and scabies - juice of turmeric is applied on the affected part. Turmeric juice mixed with honey should also be taken orally. 

Turmeric is extensively used is a spice. It imparts flavor and yellow colour to curries. 

Its also used as a coloring matter for confectionary, food and pharmacy industries. 

Turmeric is an important ingredient of herbal cosmetics. It is used in face packs and helps improve complexion.  

Blemishes, Pimples -- Paste made of powder of turmeric with equal quantity of white sandal, orange peel, majeeth and rose leaves is helpful.

Chronic Pruritus & Urticaria -- Powder of equal quantity of turmeric, amla and sugar - to take 1 gram twice a day for a couple of weeks. 

Turmeric is a household first aid for cuts and bruises. 

Curcumin - the main active constituent of turmeric has been shown to have a wide range of therapeutic effects. It is known to have anti allergic, carminative, diuretic and anti oxidant properties.