Turmeric is a bright orange rhizome used worldwide as a culinary spice and colorant, known for its warm, earthy, mildly bitter flavor. Regulatory note: added by 2019 Announcement No.8 to the food-medicine list, for use as spice and seasoning only.
Health benefits: A renowned medicinal food traditionally used to support joint comfort, healthy inflammation response and digestion. Curcumin, its key compound, provides strong antioxidant support; widely used in golden milk, wellness shots, juices and supplement blends.