We proudly source our turmeric from India, one of the oldest growing regions for this flavorful and medicinal root. It is grown organically, without the use of any chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. After harvest, the turmeric root is dehydrated and gently milled into a highly nutritious and potently orange powder. Unlike some turmeric powders, ours never includes dying agents to brighten its color.

Turmeric contains a special compound called curcumin that is renowned for its ability to fight inflammation in the body. Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory properties contribute to the primary health benefit of turmeric, making this powerhouse superfood a great addition to your daily routine. Our USDA organic turmeric root powder is naturally high in this nutrient, measuring at about 6% curcumin by volume. This means that each 5g serving provides 300mg of curcumin.

Turmeric root, or curcuma longa, is a perennial in the ginger family that is native to India and South Asia, thriving on the high humidity and warm temperature of the tropics. For over 2,500 years, it has been integrated into many cultures’ traditions, food, and medicine.

Turmeric root powder has been one of the key spices in many Middle Eastern and Asian dishes. It is most commonly recognized in Indian cuisine, where it is often added to curry and rice dishes.

Outside of cooking, turmeric is also used as a natural dye. It produces a vibrant warm yellow color on natural fabrics and can even be used to dye easter eggs.

Some of our superfoods fall under CA's Prop 65 labeling requirements. This is due to trace amounts of heavy metals that are naturally occurring in the organic soils in which our superfoods grow. Please note that Prop 65 is a right-to-know law, and not a determination of a product's safety. For more information, please see our Help Center articles about Prop 65 here.