Ingredient

Spices Including Turmeric

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Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Spices, including turmeric, are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to foods. Turmeric …

What it is

Spices are a diverse group of plant-derived substances used to flavor food. They can be seeds, fruits, roots, bark, or vegetative substances. Turmeric is a spice derived from the Curcuma longa plant, known for its vibrant yellow color and earthy flavor.

Why it's used

Spices, including turmeric, are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to foods. Turmeric is also used as a natural coloring agent. They are found in a wide variety of products such as seasoning mixes, marinades, frozen dinners, and processed meats.

Health notes

Spices are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use as flavoring agents. Turmeric contains curcumin, which has been studied for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, research is ongoing, and evidence is mixed regarding significant health benefits at typical dietary intake levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various spices, but specific evaluations for 'spices including turmeric' as a combined ingredient are not typically detailed.

Allergen info

Spices are not among the FDA's 9 major allergens. Turmeric is not related to gluten.

Products containing Spices Including Turmeric

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Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Golden Battered Fish Fillet Dinners, 12 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 126kcal 5.9Protein 3.5Fat 17.6Carbs H.J. Heinz Company White Meat Chicken Taquitos, White Meat Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 259kcal 9.4Protein 10.6Fat 31.8Carbs H.J. Heinz Company White Meat Chicken Taquitos, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 259kcal 9.4Protein 10.6Fat 31.8Carbs H.J. Heinz Company White Meat Chicken Taquitos Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 259kcal 9.4Protein 10.6Fat 31.8Carbs Risvold's Inc. Garden Spinach Dip Dips & Salsa 333kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 6.7Carbs Badia Spices Inc. Jamaican Style Curry Powder, Jamaican Style Herbs & Spices 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 167Carbs

Badia Spices Inc. Adobo Seasoning Without Pepper Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 111Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Goya, Fiesta Rice With Wild Rice & Vegetables Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 356kcal 8.9Protein 1.4Fat 77.8Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Chicken Flavored Rice Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 356kcal 8.9Protein 0Fat 77.8Carbs American Roland Food LLC Roland, Quinoa, Lemon Curry, Lemon Curry Other Grains & Seeds 356kcal 13.3Protein 5.6Fat 64.4Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Condensed Vegetable With Beef Stock Soup, Classic Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 81kcal 3.2Protein 0.4Fat 16.3Carbs Home Market Foods, Inc. Cooked Perfect, Meatball Bistro, Mac & Cheese, Mac & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 176kcal 7.0Protein 9.9Fat 14.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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