Curcuma longa Local names turmeric, haldi, manjal, etc…a underground rhizome that grows during summer. It is a non fussy herb that grows in loose soil that helps the rhizome grow. It  requires good sunlight and water. It can be easily grown in Containers and Pots too.  Turmeric  is very good for brain health that keeps depression and memory loss diseases like Alzheimer away. It is also anti inflammatory, fights viral and bacterial infection, heals all our internal organs. Daily consumption by soaking 1 cm fresh piece of turmeric with 2-3 grains of pepper and consuming next day detoxifies entire body. Pepper helps absorption of curcumin, the main component of turmeric. More on turmeric tomorrow…