To understand curcumin, we first need to understand polyphenols. Polyphenols are compounds found in many plant foods, and they generally act as antioxidants, which can help protect the plants (and ...

In 2020, I discussed turmeric and its health benefits, but I did not talk about what we can pair it with to make it easier for the body to absorb.This week’s discussion will focus on what to pair with ...

Turmeric is a golden spice from the Curcuma longa root that contains curcuminoids, including curcumin, which makes up about 2 to 8% of most turmeric. Turmeric and curcumin share benefits tied to their ...

As you probably already know, turmeric and curcumin are huge buzzwords in the nutrition community these days. Traditionally native to Southern Asia and India, turmeric is a root that has spread ...

Curcumin may stop or slow key chemicals associated with inflammation. Piperine in black pepper can increase curcumin bioavailability by up to 2,000%. Turmeric or curcumin supplements are available as ...

Golden milk is a traditional Indian drink that people make with turmeric, which gives it a yellow or gold hue. People also call golden milk “turmeric milk.” While more research is necessary, some ...