FAQ

1) Is turmeric good for brain health?

Turmeric powder can be good for the brain due to the presence of curcumin and bioactive nutrients. Some of the benefits are:

• • The curcumin present in the turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties, which may help in reducing inflammation, thus protecting brain cells.
  • Turmeric powder contains antioxidants that help to maintain neuron health.
  • The curcumin present in the turmeric may have the ability to increase levels of BDNF, which helps neurons to grow and form new connections, thereby promoting brain cell growth.
  • Curcumin can balance neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which balance mood and thought processes.
  • Turmeric’s compounds can cross blood brain barrier and reduce protein plaques associated with alzheimer’s by protecting neurons.

2) What is a spice crop?

The word spice crop refers to an agricultural crop that is grown for producing spice. The plant parts are used to flavour, colour and season food. The spice crop plays a very important role since it is used in a wide range of industries. Some uses are given below.

• • They are used for flavouring and seasoning food.
  • They are used for preserving food, since they slow bacterial growth.
  • Spices are used inthe  production of processed food products
  • Spice crops are used in Ayurveda due to their medicinal properties.
  • They are used in many industries, such as making soaps and perfumes, due to their aroma.
  • They are also used for making dyes and colourants.

3) Why are spices important in history?

The importance of spice in history is more than just a food source; spice played a major role in the development of many countries, shaping the power dynamics, culture, and the political map of the world to an extent. Some of the main importance are:

• They were considered luxury goods, as valuable as gold.
• They were the main reason for many global explorations, which led to the discovery of many routes through land and sea.
• They shaped the global trade, which led to the modern trade that we are seeing today.
• The spice trade is the main reason for cultural exchange, and also the exchange of ideas and innovations.
• In ancient times, in many regions, spices were not just used for cooking but were also used in medicine, cosmetics, and for many rituals.

4) What is the king of all spices?

Black pepper is traditionally known as the king of all spices because of several historical, cultural and usage reasons:

• Historically, black pepper was a highly valuable spice all over the world. Black pepper was so rare that it was used as a form of currency; due to this, it was sometimes referred to as black gold.
• Black pepper has a long trade history from the Malabar coast to almost all continents. This long trade history made it popular in all parts of the world.
• Black pepper is used in every part of the world for cooking and seasoning due to its taste.
• The cultural impact that black pepper had created is high because the trade of black pepper was the deciding factor in world history, which shaped the world that we see today.

5) What is pure chilli powder?

Pure red chilli powder refers to red chilli powder which provides the original taste, flavour, colour, aroma and heat. For that, the powder should be:

• Authentic: The chilli powder is not blended with low-quality chilli powder, hence it preserves the authentic taste and aroma.
• Organic: The chilli powder that does not contain any artificial contents such as artificial colour, artificial taste enhancer and also does not contain preservatives and chemicals.
• High quality: The chilli powder is made from carefully selected high-quality chillies, and the damaged chillies are removed while grinding in order to preserve their quality.
• Pure chilli powder carries a large amount of health benefits since it contains a good amount of antioxidants. It is mainly used in cooking for preparing curry, vegetable dishes and snacks.