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Turmeric has a distinct, earthy, slightly bitter flavor. The aroma is warm, musky, peppery, and mustard-like. Cooking turmeric in fats helps to release the flavor and reduce bitterness. Turmeric pairs well with cumin, coriander, ginger, garlic, and black pepper.
The active ingredient in turmeric is a natural compound (polyphenol) called curcumin, which has both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric has been shown to improve osteoarthritis, mood disorders, depression, dementia, some degenerative eye conditions, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, hyperlipidemia, anxiety, kidney health, and post-exercise muscle soreness.
The curcumin in turmeric is notorious for passing right through the body without being absorbed. Black pepper to the rescue! The magic ingredient found in black pepper, piperine, increases curcumin’s bioavailability by up to 2000%! The Golden Rule is for every 1 tsp. Turmeric, add 1/4 tsp. black pepper.
