• Turmeric powder should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its freshness and flavor. It can also be refrigerated to extend its shelf life.
  
• Fresh turmeric can be stored in the refrigerator and should be consumed within a week.

Turmeric is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been used for thousands of years in traditional cuisine and medicine in India and other parts of Asia.

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