Turmeric’s vibrant golden color comes from curcumin, which research shows can be an effective anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

For centuries, the active compound, curcumin, found in turmeric, has been prized in traditional medicine for its potent healing abilities. Modern science shows how curcumin works at the molecular level, opening exciting possibilities for boosting our health.
So, what’s the real deal with curcumin?
Well, for one, it’s harvested from the underground stems of the turmeric plant. You might know it by its botanical name, Curcuma longa.
Turmeric, a tropical Asian native plant, has been a mainstay in both the kitchen and medicine cabinet for thousands of years. Curcumin has been used in medicine for a long time by many cultures because it’s so popular.

