Turmeric is native to India and other Asian regions where it has been harvested for over 5,000 years. This spice comes from the Curcuma Longa plant, a close relative to ginger root. Mostly used in Indian cuisine (usually in curries) and medicine. Recent studies have shown that it is a powerful healer – something we all need.

Turmeric is especially great for homemade food colouring. It is best to stay away from artificial dyes like Yellow #5 and Yellow #6, when it is so easy to make your own with Turmeric. Boil water, whisk in enough powder to create the yellow shade you want, and boil for 3 to 5 minutes. Allow it to cool and store it in a glass jar in the fridge.