Spices, Their HIstories, by Robert O. Fielding (Part 3–Conclusion)
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The Properties of Turmeric
Turmeric is also grown in Zanzibar, China and the Malayan archipelago. In medicine it is used as a cordial or stomacic for digestive problems. It is insoluble in cold water but forms beautiful yellow crystals with alcohol. Used to make Indian curries (chow chow pickles) and mustard compounds. Adulterated with yellow ochre and carbonate of soda makes rouge.
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