What vitamins are in turmeric?

Are you tired of eating your vegetables and feeling bored out of your mind? Lucky for you, turmeric is not just a spice that adds flavor to your food but also packs a punch when it comes to vitamins! So let’s dive into the goodness that this golden spice has to offer.

Introduction

Turmeric, also known as “the golden spice,” has been used for centuries as an Ayurvedic remedy. It belongs to the ginger family and is commonly used as a natural alternative medicine. People all over the world have claimed its benefits in treating various health conditions such as inflammation, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis and more.

But what about vitamins? Let’s see what turmeric has in store for us!

Vitamin C

Vitamin C(1), also known as Ascorbic Acid is essential for our immune system. It helps produce collagen which promotes skin elasticity and anti-aging effects. Turmeric contains 0.8 milligrams per teaspoon of vitamin C which may seem measly compared to other sources like oranges or strawberries but hey every bit counts!

Vitamin E

With so much hype around skincare these days,vitamin E(2) cannot be ignored! It protects our skin from oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals which can cause wrinkles and premature aging. A single teaspoon of turmeric packs 0.4 milligrams or roughly 3% DV (Daily Value) of vitamin E.

Vitamin K

Whoever said good things come in small packages knew exactly what they were talking about! Just one tablespoon(3) of turmeric powder contains 13% DV of Vitamin K – crucial for blood clotting factors that help heal wounds faster.

That being said…

Don’t stop here as nutritional values are more than just vitamins!

Conclusion

So folks, you heard it right! While turmeric may not have a high concentration of vitamins other than vitamin K, the nutritional value it provides is far and beyond its vitamin content.

And if you’re wondering how to add this golden spice in your diet apart from Indian cuisine or brewing up a cup of turmeric tea(4), try using it on roasted vegetables or adding it into your smoothies next time for an added punch.

With that said, make sure to consume actual food sources for their respective nutrient intake and not solely rely on supplements containing extracts from such spices.

Stay healthy, stay vibrant – simply sprinkle some turmeric magic in your meals today!

P.S: Don’t forget to use gloves while handling turmeric powder unless you want to transform into Hulk with stained yellow fingers. 😉

References:

1.Office of Dietary Supplements
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2.National Center for Biotechnology Information
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3.USDA Food Composition Databases
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4.Wellness Mama

Dane Raynor

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