Tumeric
(Curcuma longa)

Naturally occurring compounds found in certain plants function as antioxidants. Tumeric roots are a rich source of antioxidant compounds called curcuminoids.

The three principal curcuminoids are:

* curcumin
* demethoxycurcumin
* bisdemethoxycurcumin 

Tumeric has been found to be an effective antioxidant, quenching free radicals and preventing their formation.

It has also been shown to inhibit a specific enzyme, which is a cause of inflammation. 

It is most important then, to use the most potent, standardized extract of tumeric.

The extract should contain a minimum of 95% curcuminoids that have been standardized to provide the most potent concentrations of the three principal curcuminoids in the correct balance that offers the best results in reducing inflammation.