Turmeric: Doctors Say This Spice Is Health Miracle

10 Proven Health Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin

This spice is a staple in our kitchen. Not only are you are you dining in one of Zanzibar's premiere culinary gems, you're also taking in this super-spice! Turmeric will continue to make health headlines in health journals in the near future. Here are the known benefits:

1. Turmeric Contains Bioactive Compounds With Powerful Medicinal Properties
2. Curcumin is a Natural Anti-Inflammatory Compound
3. Turmeric Dramatically Increases The Antioxidant Capacity of The Body
4. Curcumin Boosts Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, Linked to Improved Brain Function and a Lower Risk of Brain Diseases
5. Curcumin Leads to Various Improvements That Should Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease
6. Turmeric Can Help Prevent (And Perhaps Even Treat) Cancer
7. Curcumin May be Useful in Preventing and Treating Alzheimer’s Disease
8. Arthritis Patients Respond Very Well to Curcumin Supplementation
9. Studies Show That Curcumin Has Incredible Benefits Against Depression
10. Curcumin May Help Delay Ageing and Fight Age-Related Chronic Diseases

http://authoritynutrition.com/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-turmeric/

Fodors World Travel

The Silk Route is Zanzibar's long-standing Indian restaurant that overlooks the main street of Stone Town. You can expect solid, traditional Indian food like tandoori, curries, and excellent vegetarian options. 

http://www.fodors.com/world/africa-and-middle-east/tanzania/restaurants/reviews/the-silk-route-610857/

Lonely Planet

A classic Indian restaurant serving spicy curries and spiced rice, which arrive at the table in copper bowls and sit sizzling away on candle heaters. The restaurant rises over three floors. To get a seat on the covetable top floor book ahead or come early.

Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/tanzania/zanzibar-archipelago/zanzibar-unguja/restaurants/indian/silk-route-restaurant#ixzz3caDWbpQ9