Turmeric contains curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Most studies used turmeric extracts that are standardized to include large amounts of curcumin. Curcumin Boosts Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, Linked to Improved Brain Function and a Lower Risk of Brain Diseases, Heart Disease, Preventing and Treating Alzheimer's Disease, Arthritis Patients Respond Very Well to Curcumin Supplements.
Turmeric extract is a concentrated form of the active compound found in turmeric, called curcumin. Turmeric itself is a bright yellow spice commonly used in cooking, especially in South Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. The extract is typically derived from the root of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa) and is known for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential medicinal properties.
