Turmeric lattes and even turmeric facials have become increasingly popular in the last few years, as more people start to recognise the benefits of this powerful ingredient.
These benefits include antioxidant properties, which is largely down to a compound that’s naturally found in turmeric, known as curcumin.
What is Curcumin?
Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric and it’s believed to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Curcumin is bright yellow in colour – it’s what gives turmeric that distinctive bright hue when it’s added to curries, soups and turmeric lattes.
What is Curcumin Used for?
Curcumin is used as a herbal ingredient in many health and wellbeing supplements, and it’s also found in some cosmetic products.
The vibrant colour and distinctive flavour of curcumin means it’s often used to colour and flavour some food products as well.
What are the Health Benefits of Curcumin?
Curcumin is an antioxidant – antioxidants can play a key role in protecting your overall health, while helping to fight the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are unstable atoms found in sources such as pollution and cigarette smoke, which can latch on to our cells, leading to oxidative stress, which can manifest itself in dull skin, fine lines and even wrinkles.
It’s also believed that curcumin may play a role in helping to keep joints supple, which is why you may find it in some fitness supplements.
Curcumin in Supplements
At Every Health, we stock a range of supplements that contain curcumin as a key ingredient, from omega-3 supplements to golden milk powder.
1. Organics Herbal Turmeric Tablets
With 100mg of curcumin per capsule, Garden of Life’s Organics Herbal Turmeric Extra Strength Tablets also contain organic whole turmeric and fermented ginger root, as well as live bacteria and organic black pepper extract to enhance digestion.