A golden orange spice, turmeric has long been used to add color and flavor to a range of cooked foods. This relative of the ginger root has also been used for its healing properties for centuries, in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. The active ingredient in turmeric, a polyphenol called curcumin, is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
As the benefits of turmeric become more widely known, it's increasingly common to find turmeric supplements that claim to deliver its health benefits in a concentrated form. But are they actually worth the money? Click on to find out.