Nutrition Corner - Turmeric Root

Turmeric contains minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, manganese, copper, zinc, and magnesium, not to mention phosphorous, choline and Vitamin K! Potassium is an important component of cells and body fluids that helps in controlling heart rate and blood pressure. The human body utilizes manganese as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase. Iron is an essential co-factor for cytochrome oxidase enzymes at cellular level metabolisms and is required for red blood cell (RBC's) production.

1 TBSP of Turmeric

29 calories

0.91 grams (g) of protein

0.31 g of fat

6.31 g of carbohydrates

2.1 g of fiber

0.3 g of sugar

26 % RDI manganese

16 % RD iron

5 % RDI potassium

3 % RDI vitamin C

While whole turmeric contains curcumin, it also has several other unique compounds and nutrients. Because of this, some researchers believe whole turmeric may benefit your health compared to a refined turmeric-curcumin extract. Curcumin, a polyphenolic compound found in the root, is the active ingredient in turmeric, containing powerful biological properties which can greatly impact our health and wellness. Curcumin is a

natural anti-inflammatory compound in our bodies.

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