Curcumin is an antioxidant extract found in turmeric root. Curcumin contains curcuminoids including curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, and bisdemethoxycurcumin. Turmeric in Latin is Curcuma longa. The roots of the plant are typically used as spice for Asian cuisine. Curcumin being the major component of turmeric, it has extensive scientific research demonstrating its potent antioxidant properties. Through its antioxidant mechanisms, curcumin supports colon health, exerts neuroprotective activity, reduces inflammation, and helps maintain a healthy cardiovascular system.

New Roots Herbal’s Curcumin contains 5 mg of black pepper extract, validated to contain 95% piperine, the critical marker compound that has been proven in clinical trials to amplify the bioavailability of curcumin up to 2000%.

Whether curcumin supplements help reduce the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease or help improve this condition is not known at this time. Studies in Germany reported that “[a]ll fractions of the turmeric extract preparation exhibited pronounced antioxidant activity […].” Turmeric extract tested more potent than garlic, Devil’s claw, and salmon oil.

New Roots Herbal’s Curcumin is standardized to 95% curcuminoids.