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Abstract
Indian Turmeric (Curcuma longa) also called as haldi, has been consumed by people as a dietary component of spices and also used in the medicine as a household remedy. Turmeric has a vital role in the cure of digestive system by its anti-ulcer role. It is useful in alzheimer disease, parkinson disease and other oxidative stress related diseases due to its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory roles. The aim of present study is to check the composition of turmeric by the study of various metals present in samples. The concentration of different metals were found in following order Mg > Ca > Fe > Mn > Zn > Cr. Cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), lead (Pb), arsenic (As) and mercury (Hg) were found be below the detectable level. Our study suggests that turmeric is a golden ingredient of spices and has a great significance and contribution to human health.