Turmeric
Turmeric is an orange or golden coloured spice that is also very useful to maintaining a healthy body. Using turmeric is an everyday part of cooking. Any Jamaican can buy turmeric in the market for a very reasonable cost. It is said that turmeric can fight cancer, lower blood sugar levels, help one to lose weight and prevent Alzheimer's. In summary, turmeric is a great culinary spice that has may health benefits too. So use turmeric in your everyday meal preparation you have nothing to lose and it could prevent a myriad of future ailments. In Jamaica, turmeric is most widely eaten in curry. Curry is such an integral part of Jamaican cuisine. Every December as a family we kill a goat and eat curried goat. This is a tradition for every family in Jamaica. Eating curried goat and 'food' or curried goat and white rice is also a daily lunch for many Jamaicans. Turmeric can be used also in making turmeric paste and incorporating it in making meals. ...