Organic turmeric powder gives a warm, spicy flavour and a golden colour to curries. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, a powerful antioxidant renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties and many other health benefits. Turmeric is a popular ingredient in Indian and Asian dishes, mustards and to colour butters and cheeses. This turmeric has a curcumin level of 4.5%-5.5%. Turmeric can be used to compliment other strong spices, substituted for other spices particularly saffron or added to marinades, egg dishes or combined with cooking oils to enhance the flavours. The turmeric root plant is simply ground into a powder for consumption.