Organic Turmeric Powder - Wild Elephant - 130g

At Wholefood Earth, we want to inspire you to discover new things for your cooking and baking by constantly expanding our offer with new ingredients and flavours. We source and purchase fresh quality herbs and spices, most of which are organic. We have brought unique and hard-to-find ingredients of the best quality to our whole foods store. Our rare herbs and spices are available to buy online and in bulk. Before you learn to cook meals with more flavour(s), you must learn how to buy the best herbs and spices and how to store them. Here's a little guide we've prepared for you. Essential herbs and spices you should have in your kitchen pantry This is just a shortlist for beginners. These herbs and spices are the most popular and often used in different cuisines and recipes. Of course, the list could have been much longer, but this is where you should start. Herbs basil parsley thyme rosemary oregano chives dill sage Spices black pepper paprika cinnamon cumin ginger turmeric chilli coriander allspice Storage tips for herbs and spices There are some ways you should keep your spices organised to keep them best for the longest and always have them at hand. Store your spices in a jar or can in a clean, dark, dry cupboard or drawer. You can also store them on a small shelf on top of your kitchen counter, where they will be easy to access. Avoid storing your spices on top of your cooker. This is where the steam goes each time you cook. Spices and herbs don't like humidity and heat. There, they may get mouldy quickly and lose all the aroma. When you open a new spice bag or jar, use a marker to note the date. This way, you will always know how old your spices are and if they're still good before you throw them away. How do you check if your seasonings are still good? Just smell them, and you will know! Quality of herbs and spices matters Remember, much cheaper herbs and spices are also of worse quality. Things are cheaper for a reason! Always buy quality and organic herbs and spices whenever possible. Non-organic cheap dry seasonings may contain some nasty ingredients you would not like to eat or even hear about! Shall we name a few? Mould, insects, rat hair, microplastics, string... etc. Buying spices in a specialist shop Supermarkets are not the best places to buy your seasonings. Dried herbs and spices on the shelves of your supermarket or grocery store may have been there for a very long time - even a few years before you buy them! And before that, they were stored in a warehouse for a long time. Although the average shelf life of ground spices is quite long (1-3 years), chances are that you're buying spices that are not very fresh and they will lack the aroma and flavour they are supposed to provide. Plus, depending on where you live supermarkets will have limited spice selection. Ethnic shops, organic shops, or wholefood shops specialise in real more natural food, and they will have the best choice of herbs and spices for cooks and food lovers. Which spices have the longest shelf life? Whole spices like peppercorns, whole chilli or whole cinnamon and nutmeg have a long shelf life, and these you will more likely find in specialist shops. If you cannot find a spices specialist in your area, consider buying them in an online store specialising in health foods, like Wholefood Earth.

Since prehistoric times, people have been using herbs and spices for seasoning to give flavour to food as well as to preserve food. In the past, herbs and spices were also used as medicine. Many of these plants have medicinal properties and can help prevent and fight diseases. Herbs and spices were so precious in the past that they were often used as currency in trade. Today, herbs and spices are essential ingredients in our daily cooking. They create the look, smell and taste of our meals. How do you distinguish herbs from spices? Often herbs and spices are considered as the same group of seasoning, but in fact, they vary from each other. They are made from different parts of plants and processed in different ways. They can be perfectly used together to create unique flavours, colours and aromas for our dishes. What are spices? The name “spice” comes from the Latin word 'species', which means something of special value, as compared to ordinary. Spices are made from bark, aromatic seeds, flowers or roots of plants. These parts have been dried and crushed. Spices are usually stronger in aroma and flavour because they are made from parts of plants rich in essential aromatic oils. One great example is Cinnamon which is a spice made from the powdered bark of trees from the type of the genus Cinnamomum. The best cinnamon is Ceylon Cinnamon, originally from Sri Lanka. The most popular spices are: paprika, chilli, turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, cardamon, cloves, nutmeg, mustard seeds. What are herbs? Herbs are typically aromatic leaves of various plants. Most of them come from relatively small herbaceous plants and bushes (plants with fleshy stems rather than woody stems). However, a few do come from woody plants. One example is the bay leaf which derives from a large tree found in the Mediterranean. Oregano is an example of a herb that comes in the form of leaves of a tiny herbaceous oregano plant. You buy herbs online in different variants: whole, chopped or dried. The most popular herbs are: oregano, basil, thyme, parsley, cilantro, rosemary, marjoram, tarragon. What are the most popular spice mixes? Garam Masala is a mixture of ground coriander seeds, ground cumin seeds, cardamom, black pepper, cloves, cassia, red chilli, fennel and turmeric. The best option is Organic Garam Masala. Curry contains different aromatic spices usually including turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, and chilli pepper. It can also include ginger, black pepper, mustard seeds, curry leaves, fennel seeds and curry leaves. Chinese Five Spice is an aromatic mixture of ground star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds and szechuan peppers. Italian Herbs are made from a classic blend of Mediterranean herbs: oregano, basil, thyme and rosemary. Herbs de Provence mix contains dried Mediterranean herbs: rosemary, marjoram, tarragon, thyme, oregano, fennel seed, dried savory and organic lavender. Caribbean Seasoning is a mix of allspice, hot bonnet peppers, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme and garlic.

n the growing UK market for organic produce and health foods, it’s easy to be swayed by beautiful packaging and minimalist websites. We’ve all seen them—the curated "gourmet" shops that look perfect on a kitchen counter. But as we move further into 2026, savvy British shoppers are starting to ask a more important question: "What is actually behind the label?" At Whole Food Earth, we believe that a "premium" food store shouldn’t just be about how a product looks; it should be about the rigorous science, safety, and traceability that brings that food to your table. Here is why transparency is the most important ingredient in your pantry. 1. The "Black Box" of Sourcing Many online food shops act as "middlemen." They buy in bulk, repackage, and sell. But often, the trail ends there. If you ask where a specific bag of almonds was grown or when it was harvested, the answer is often a shrug. The Whole Food Earth Difference: We don't believe in "mystery" food. Our Batch-Tracking system means every single product has a digital passport. Whether it’s Organic Quinoa or Raw Cacao, we can trace it back to the specific harvest. This isn't just a "nice to have"—it’s a fundamental pillar of food integrity. 2. Certificates vs. Claims Anyone can claim their food is "natural" or "high quality." In the UK, these terms aren't always strictly regulated. To truly trust a supplier, you need to look for the "Gold Standards." The Standard: Basic Food Hygiene ratings (the 0-5 stickers). The Authority: SALSA (Safe and Local Supplier Approval). Being SALSA certified means our facility, our staff, and our processes are audited annually by independent experts. It’s a rigorous, scientific standard that many "average" gourmet shops simply don't invest in. When you buy from us, you aren’t just trusting our word; you’re trusting a nationally recognised safety framework. 3. The Nutritional "Deep Dive" A great food store shouldn't just sell you an ingredient; it should help you understand it. Most shops provide a basic calorie count and move on. We believe our customers deserve more. That’s why we explore the complex science behind our products—from the Antioxidant Scale of Cacao Liquor to the Selenium levels in Brazil Nuts. Our goal is to empower you with the same knowledge our Quality Technicians use every day. "In 2026, 'Good Food' is no longer just about taste; it’s about the peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly what—and who—is behind your nutrition." 4. Avoiding the "Aesthetic" Trap It’s easy to make a bag of lentils look "artisan." It’s much harder to ensure those lentils were stored at the correct moisture levels, tested for purity, and handled in a way that prevents cross-contamination of allergens. At Whole Food Earth, our "aesthetic" is Integrity. We prioritize: Small-Batch Freshness: Ensuring stock doesn't sit in a warehouse for years. Minimal Processing: Keeping the "food matrix" intact to avoid the dangers of Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs). Expert Oversight: Having a dedicated technical team that understands the microbiology of food safety. The Bottom Line The next time you’re browsing for your organic staples, look beyond the pretty font and the minimalist bags. Look for the batch numbers, the safety certifications, and the expert knowledge. Real health starts with real transparency. And at Whole Food Earth, that’s exactly what we provide. Ready to see the difference for yourself? EXPLORE OUR BATCH-TRACKED COLLECTION of WHOLE FOODS.