What is turmeric and why is it used?

Turmeric is a golden-yellow spice made from the dried, ground rhizome of a plant in the ginger family. It is valued for its color, flavor, and its active compound curcumin, which is known for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

What nutrients does turmeric contain?

One teaspoon of turmeric contains approximately 9 calories, 0.29 g protein, 1.7 mg iron, 5 mg calcium, 62.4 mg potassium, small amounts of phosphorus, and trace vitamin C.

What are the health benefits of turmeric?

Turmeric may support inflammation management, digestion, recovery, and immune function. These benefits are mainly linked to curcumin, which interacts with inflammatory and antioxidant pathways in the body.

Why is turmeric a popular ingredient in juices?

Turmeric adds natural color, flavor, and functional benefits to juices. Its curcumin content provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making cold-pressed juices a convenient alternative to supplements.

How can turmeric be added to a daily diet?

Turmeric can be added to soups, stews, roasted vegetables, warm milk (golden milk), or cold-pressed juices. Pairing it with fat or black pepper helps improve curcumin absorption.

Is turmeric safe for everyone?

Turmeric is generally safe in culinary amounts for healthy adults. High doses may cause issues, and people with gallbladder conditions, those who are pregnant, or individuals on blood-thinning medication should consult a healthcare professional.

Is it safe to add turmeric to juices every day?

Yes, moderate daily use of turmeric in juices is generally safe for healthy adults. Avoid excessive amounts and seek professional advice if you have medical conditions or concerns.

Can turmeric stain glasses or bottles?

Yes, concentrated turmeric can stain glassware or plastic. Washing containers soon after use helps prevent staining, especially when turmeric is diluted in juices.

Turmeric

Turmeric is a ginger‐family rhizome with bright yellow‐orange interior used as both spice and medicinal herb. Many of us encounter turmeric in powder form, but the root itself can be just as easy to find if you know where to look.

What Is Turmeric & Its Nutrition Profile?

Golden powder that smells like sunshine, turmeric is the dried, ground rhizome of a plant in the ginger family. It is prized for its color and for curcumin. Why that’s important, we’ll get to it if you keep on reading.

Here is the data per teaspoon, which we feel is a more realistic serving size for many.

Calories: 9 kcal
Protein: 0.29 g
Vitamin C: 0.02 mg
Iron: 1.7 mg
Calcium: 5 mg
Potassium: 62.4 mg
Phosphorus: 9 mg

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Anti-inflammatory Properties

Curcumin modulates multiple molecular targets involved in inflammation and oxidative stress. Its effects are stronger when delivered in bioavailable forms or combined with piperine from black pepper. Because curcumin is poorly absorbed on its own, pairing it with fat or piperine enhances its uptake and potential benefits.

Digestive Support

Both traditional use and modern research indicate that the root of turmeric is what possesses digestive soothing properties. Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory action can reduce gut inflammation signals, which may ease symptoms in mild functional disorders. It can interact with gut microbiota, potentially promoting a healthier microbial balance. Some people even report relief from occasional indigestion when using culinary amounts. Because it can stimulate gallbladder contraction, those with gallstones should consult a provider before using concentrated extracts.

Recovery and Immunity

Curcumin’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may reduce exercise-induced muscle soreness and speed recovery when taken around training. It may also support immunity through antioxidant pathways, though it is not a substitute for vaccines or medical care (of course).

Why Turmeric Makes the Perfect Juice Ingredient?

Turmeric’s signature bioactive compound curcumin gives it anti‐inflammatory and antioxidant properties long prized in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine. Curcumin is said to help with inflammation and enhance antioxidant enzymes. Many supplements boast the power of turmeric, but you can find them here instead.

Sunrise, Gold’n Greens, and Fireball all have turmeric in them. Instead of shopping for those powders and pills, grab a refreshing cold pressed juice instead!

How to Incorporate Turmeric into Your Diet?

Try these quick ideas:

Add to soups and stews.
Season roasted vegetables with it.
Combine turmeric with warm milk to make “golden milk”.

Turmeric can make juices sunnier. That’s why we opt to add it to cold pressed juices. We don’t often cook turmeric-y food, so this is a good alternative.