Turmeric's active compound, curcumin, is a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that can help with conditions like arthritis, IBD, allergies, and more.

Plus, what a doctor has to say.

Arthritis & Rheumatism. 2006;54(11):3452-3464. More than 40 percent of arthritis sufferers in the U.S. report using complementary and alternative medicine, including dietary supplements, and the ...

Turmeric, featuring its active compound curcumin, provides powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. This ancient ...

Turmeric has been used by humans for more than 4,000 years. As well as cooking and cosmetics, it’s been a staple of the traditional medicine practice of Ayurveda, used to treat a variety of conditions ...

Medically reviewed by Sohaib Imtiaz, MD Key Takeaways Taking turmeric and magnesium together can help reduce joint pain.These ...

Turmeric, derived from the Curcuma longa plant, has been a staple in traditional medicine for centuries. But its transition from an ancient remedy to a widely studied health supplement marks a shift ...

Turmeric and ibuprofen both reduce inflammation and pain, but they work in different ways. Learn how curcumin extract (from ...

People with indigestion are often advised to stay away from spicy foods — but turmeric might be the exception. The golden-orange spice — commonly added to curry dishes, tea, rice, soup, smoothies and ...