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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.
The root is treasured in India for its many uses. Turmeric is used in almost all of India's cuisine, as an ingredient in skin care, as a medicine for various health conditions such as to relieve tooth pain, as a skin dye for ceremonies and to dye cloth. The popularity of turmeric is growing around the world.