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and is washed, peeled, dried, and
ground into the bright yellow-orange
powder you likely know. A staple in
Indian cooking and religious ceremonies
(brides are washed in turmeric as part of
their prewedding beauty regimen), this
magic powder is a natural antibacterial
agent. Its active ingredient, curcumin, is
currently being studied for its ability to
combat serious diseases, including
cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. My
girls know to ask for a little turmeric
when they cut themselves. We gargle
with it when we have sore throats, and
we layer it in fresh Indian breads when
we have colds. Its uses are endless and
amazing, but don’t get it near your
clothes. The yellow stains will last