Turmeric
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Info
Ingredient name
Turmeric
Season
Year-round
Short description
Pair with black pepper to dramatically boost absorption.
Nutritive type
Fiber
Key nutrients
CurcuminIron
Good for (health benefits)
Joints, brain, gut
Inflammatory effect
Strongly anti-inflammatory
Key protective compounds
Curcumin
Best preparation methods
With black pepper + fat
Best absorbed with
Piperine + fat
Best storage method
Sealed dark jar
Shelf life
1–2 years
Traditional uses
Ayurveda, Indian + Persian cuisine
Mood & cognitive effects
Mood liftFocus
Turmeric recipes
Cook with turmeric — recipes from our library that make the most of it.