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1 Curcuminâa derivative of turmeric, and the pigment that gives the curry spice turmeric its yellow-orange colorâhas been extensively researched.2  Curcumin appears to be universally useful for just about every type of cancer, and has the most evidence-based literature supporting its use against cancer of any nutrient.nfortunately, while there's some curcumin in whole turmeric, there's not enough in the regular spice to achieve clinically relevant results. The turmeric root itself contains only about three percent curcumin concentration. Another major limitation of curcumin as a therapeutic agent is that it is poorly absorbed.
A good way to boost the curcumin content of your chicken curry is to use homemade curry powder that contains generous amounts of turmeric (check out HealWithFood.org's recipe for homemade curry powder rich in turmeric and black pepper). Mango Ginger (Curcuma amada Roxb.).oods That Contain Curcumin. Turmeric (Curcuma longa). Turmeric, sometimes called poor man's saffron, is the best known natural source of curcumin. Ground turmeric is a common ingredient in curry powders, but also fresh turmeric has some culinary uses.