Long a superstar spice in Asian countries, particularly India, turmeric is gaining popularity in the Western world. And it turns out, it packs a much bigger punch than simply flavoring your food. As ...

Discover how to grow turmeric indoors with expert advice on everything from planting rhizomes to caring for plants to ...

Spices do more than add flavor to your food—they can also be powerful tools for boosting your health. Packed with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and essential nutrients, these spices can ...

Turmeric, the golden spice, is a staple in most Indian kitchens. Its earthy flavor and vibrant color make it a favorite in ...

This is the third in a series of columns about how natural herbs and spices — often used in folk medicine — are finally being studied to see if they really work. India has one of the lowest rates of ...

Spices are a great way to add bold flavor and excitement to meals. As defined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, spices are fragrant “vegetable substances, in the whole, broken or ground form, ...

For the past couple of years, health advocates have been talking up the benefits of turmeric. The yellow spice is supposed to fight inflammation, protect against heart disease, and help treat ...

Not to be outdone, vibrant yellow turmeric boasts curcumin, an active compound that may also support a healthier immune ...

Could these golden stems be the true spice of life? Lee Cowan traveled all the way to Hawaii to find out: Not far from the surfer’s paradise of Hanalei, on Kauai’s north shore, grows a spice as golden ...

Turmeric — with its brilliant golden-yellow color and floral, warming, slightly musky taste — is one of the primary flavors in Indian and Southeast Asian cooking. It is what gives curry powder its ...

You'll have the best luck if you garden in a warmer climate, but many plants can be grown outdoors for spices derived from ...

Derived from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa and responsible for giving curry (and everything it touches) a yellow color, turmeric or the Golden Root is much more than just an agricultural commodity in ...