5 Ayurvedic Reasons to Switch to Lakadong Haldi Today

Not all Haldi is Haldi.

The turmeric sitting on your kitchen shelf may look yellow — but is it actually powerful? If it’s not Lakadong Haldi, you’re probably getting more colour than cure.

Let’s unpack what makes this ancient turmeric variety from Meghalaya such a game-changer.

What Is Lakadong Haldi?

Grown exclusively in the Lakadong region of Meghalaya, this turmeric variety is known for its deep golden colour and super-high curcumin content — the active compound responsible for turmeric’s anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and healing powers.

Curcumin Check:

  • Normal Turmeric: ~2–3% curcumin
  • Lakadong Turmeric: 7–9% curcumin 💥

That’s more than 2X the power — naturally.

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