TURMERIC POWDER(Curcuma Longa) BOTANICAL NAME : Curcuma Longa SYNONYMS (BOTANICAL) : Curcuma Longa FAMILY : Zingiberaceae COMMON ENGLISH NAME : Turmeric COMMON HINDI NAME : Haldi SANSKRIT NAME : Haridra, Rajani, Nisha HABITAT : Cultivated Extensively in India within Tropical Climate PLANT PARTS USED : Leaves, Flowers, Roots Curcumin, the primary active compound in turmeric root powder, has been reported to inhibit histamine release from mast cells. As histamine can trigger eczema outbreaks, turmeric is a great food for eczema sufferers. Histamine is also known to increase inflammation and cause constriction of smooth muscles in some people with asthma, which is why it's not surprising that turmeric is also considered one of the best foods for fighting asthma. In addition to offering potential health benefits for asthma and eczema sufferers, turmeric root may be beneficial for anyone with an allergy-related condition.