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Isolated curcumin is taken from the root and many people often take this as a remedy since it is more potent than turmeric powder. Health Benefits of Turmeric Largely due to its curcumin content, Turmeric is often credited with these benefits: 1  Fighting inflammation. 2  As an antioxidant. 3  Protects the heart in various ways. 4  Helpful for arthritis. 5  Brain boosting. 6  May be helpful for fighting diabetes and cancer.
Background Information on Turmeric Essential Oil. The turmeric root has been used in Ayurvedic medicine in India for its health benefits for thousands of years. The main anti-inflammatory compound in turmeric is curcumin. These inflammatory compounds make turmeric essential oil very useful for body aches and pains.