5 Interesting Facts About Turmeric

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1. Turmeric is medicinal – the plant Curcuma Longa is a gold-coloured spice, very commonly used in India. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin.

2. It is known for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties.

3. Studies are coming up proving how consuming Curcumin (in food or as tablets) and topical application of Curcumin (in nanoparticle form) can help skin in multiple ways.

4. As per a study, the worry of orangish yellow stain after the application of turmeric does not hold true for curcumin nanoparticle topical formulation.

5. Turmeric can be used effectively too in sun protection cream and lotion in future.