Turmeric contains the active ingredient curcumin which has powerful anti-inflammatory effects, which research has shown is a strong antioxidant, protecting healthy cells from free radicals which can cause damage.
Ridding the body of excessive inflammation is important since inflammation can harm so many parts of your body, including your gut (inflammatory bowel disease/IBD) and joints (rheumatoid arthritis). Inflammation has also been linked to depression, heart disease, and cancer. It can damage gums, disrupt sleep, and even make weight loss more difficult.