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Archive for August 27th, 2008

Curry powder is made from a plant native to south India and Indonesia that contains curcumin, the substance that gives curry spice its yellow color. Indian cuisine exclusively uses curry powder largely made of turmeric. Regardless of the type, curry is rich in antioxidants and anti-in?ammatory compounds that may protect against Alzheimer’s disease, among other things. An ideal way to take in curcumin, extra protein, and ?ber all at the same time is to make a meal out of curried lentils.

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