Turmeric Curcumin Complex

You’ve probably heard lots of people talking about turmeric, and then other people talking about curcumin.  But what exactly is the difference? Are they the same thing?  Turmeric is a spice, commonly found in curry and used traditionally in many Caribbean & Indian dishes.  It’s a rhizome, and a member of the ginger family.  This spice is known for its bright yellow/orange color.  Turmeric contains curcuminoids, which are bioactive compounds, and curcumin is one of these curcuminoid compounds. While turmeric contains only 2 – 9% curcuminoids, 75% of these active curcuminoids are curcumin, which is why curcumin is the “star” of turmeric.
 
They Have Many Benefits in Common
 
Turmeric and curcumin have medicinal properties that provide many health benefits. Osteoarthritis: Plant compounds in turmeric that include curcumin can reduce markers of inflammation and thus relieve osteoarthritis symptoms. Obesity: Turmeric and curcumin may inhibit the inflammatory pathway involved in obesity and may help regulate body fat. Heart disease: Turmeric and curcumin can reduce “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and reduce the risk of heart disease as a result. 
Diabetes: Turmeric and curcumin can improve blood sugar metabolism and potentially reduce the effects of diabetes on your body. 
Liver: Turmeric extract and curcumin were protective against chronic liver damage by helping reduce harmful oxidative stress.
Antibacterial: Turmeric and curcumin have strong antibacterial effects. They can reduce the growth of many disease-causing bacteria