Fresh turmeric root has a pungent, earthy smell and deep orange colour. It’s often incorporated in home remedies, cooking, and even skincare. But once you buy a batch from the supermarket and don't ...

Turmeric, with its striking golden hue and distinctive flavor often hailed as the “golden spice,” has become a staple in ...

QUESTION: What is turmeric and how do you use it? — Gerald Ristau, Westland, Mich. ANSWER: Turmeric is a rhizome — an underground root. It’s like and related to ginger root but not as gnarly and ...

When selecting fresh turmeric, look for firm, unblemished roots with a vibrant orange color. The skin should be thin and ...

You may know turmeric as the deep-yellow spice in Indian curries. Or perhaps you recognize it as the ingredient that makes classic American mustard bright yellow. Maybe you have a jar of ground ...