SV AVAGRO Curcuma Longa Extract, Form : Powder

TURMERIC, CURCUMIN EXTRACT BENEFITS 

Turmeric herb (Curcuma longa) is a plant native to south India and Indonesia. Its tuberous root like structures have been used as a condiment, and medically as an aromatic stimulant. Curcuminoids are the major substances that give the spice turmeric its yellow color. Curry powder which is extensively used in Indian cuisine, is largely made of turmeric and other spices such as coriander and fenugreek. Curcumin, the most active curcuminoid found in turmeric, has been shown to possess a multitude of beneficial effects in the treatment of cancers, cardiovascular disease, and inflammation. With this knowledge in hand, many research groups around the country, involving both private and public funding, are focused on the use of this plant-derived chemical in humans. Given the current body of evidence, curcumin, as it has for thousands of years in ancient Asian culture, may provide us a safe, effective therapy for many disease processes which plague our society.

Curcumin is the active ingredient of turmeric extract,which is a potent anti-inflammatory and cancer preventative molecule, and similar to Fish Oil. Turmeric extract seems to be an effective metabolic syndrome band-aid. Always intaken together with black pepper extract,greatly enhances absorption.