Turmeric: The genus Curcuma (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780849370342)

Edited by experts from India, turmeric's largest exporter, this is the first volume to explore the history, diversity, crop improvement, biotechnology, production, chemical constituents, market trends, processing, product development and medical uses of this versatile herb. It examines export/import data and explains turmeric's importance to both the food and cosmetic industry. It also examines turmeric's potential in preventing and treating conditions ranging from ulcers and infections to cancer and arthritis. Extensively referenced, this work provides the needed resource for those involved with the research, cultivation, marketing, or product development of this golden spice.

Author: P. N. Ravindran
ISBN-10: 0849370345
ISBN-13: 9780849370342
Publisher: CRC Press
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 504
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.33lbs
Size: 9.97h x 7.31w x 1.25d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 06/01/2007 pg. 105