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Turmeric, and its active ingredient curcumin, may have anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, and other benefits.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The spice known as turmeric may be the most effective nutritional supplement in existence. <\/span>Many high-quality studies show that turmeric has major benefits for your body and brain. Many of these benefits come from its main active ingredient, curcumin. <\/span>Read on to learn what the science says about turmeric and curcumin as well as their benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are Turmeric and Curcumin?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color. <\/span>It has been used in India for thousands of years as both a spice and medicinal herb. Recently, science has started to back up traditional claims that turmeric contains compounds with medicinal properties (<\/span>1<\/span><\/a>). <\/span>These compounds are called curcuminoids. The most important one is <\/span>curcumin<\/span>. <\/span>Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.<\/span><\/p>\n

Turmeric Contains Bioactive Compounds with Medicinal Properties<\/b><\/h2>\n

However, the curcumin content of turmeric isn\u2019t that high. It\u2019s around 3%, by weight (<\/span>2<\/span><\/a>). Most of the studies on this herb use turmeric extracts that contain mostly curcumin itself, with dosages usually exceeding 1 gram per day. <\/span>It would be very difficult to reach these levels just using turmeric as a spice in your foods. <\/span>That\u2019s why some people choose to use supplements. <\/span>However, curcumin is poorly absorbed into your bloodstream. In order to experience the full effects of curcumin, its bioavailability (the rate at which your body absorbs a substance) needs to improve (<\/span>3<\/span><\/a>).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It helps to consume it with\u00a0black pepper, which contains piperine. Piperine is a natural substance that enhances the absorption of curcumin by 2,000% (<\/span>4<\/span><\/a>). <\/span>In fact, the best curcumin supplements contain piperine, and this makes them substantially more effective. <\/span>Curcumin is also fat soluble, which means it breaks down and dissolves in fat or oil. That\u2019s why it may be a good idea to take curcumin supplements with a meal that\u2019s high in fat.<\/span><\/p>\n

Curcumin is a Natural Anti-inflammatory Compound<\/b><\/h2>\n

Inflammation is incredibly important. It helps fight foreign invaders and has a role in repairing damage in your body. <\/span>Although acute, short-term inflammation is beneficial, it can be a concern if it becomes chronic and attacks your body\u2019s own tissues. <\/span>Scientists now believe that chronic low-level inflammation can play a role in some health conditions and diseases. These include (<\/span>5,<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>6,<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>7<\/span><\/a>):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n