Lakadong Turmeric : GI Tag
Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
- Lakadong turmeric is considered to be one of the world’s best varieties of turmeric, with a curcumin content of around 6.8 to 7.5 per cent.
- It is darker in colour and is grown organically without the use of fertilisers.
- It is found in Lakadong area of Jaintia Hills, has high curcumin content.
- Curcumin is a polyphenol which has been shown to target multiple signalling molecules while also demonstrating activity at the cellular level.
- It has been shown to benefit inflammatory conditions, metabolic syndrome, pain, and to help in the management of inflammatory and degenerative eye conditions.