Tag: Demethoxycurcumin

Curcuminoids make up 2-9% of the dry weight of turmeric root, with curcumin being the most abundant. These compounds are responsible for the vibrant yellow color and many of the health benefits associated with the spice, including its powerful antioxidant properties.

Recent studies have identified several major bioactive compounds within curcumin and turmeric that are responsible for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Curcuminoids and essential oils work together to produce the extensive health effects often associated with this golden spice.