Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae.Turmeric has been used in Asia for thousands of years and is a major part of Ayurveda, Siddha medicine, Unani, and traditional Chinese medicine. It was first used as a dye, and then later for its medicinal properties.
Largely due to its curcumin content, Turmeric is often credited with these benefits:Fighting inflammation, As an antioxidant, Protects the heart in various ways, Helpful for arthritis, Brain boosting, May be helpful for fighting diabetes and cancer.