Turmeric was traditionally used to combat a plethora of health gripes relating to bone and joint health, digestive issues and skin problems. The 'Golden Spice' remains highly regarded in both Eastern and Western schools of medicine, with scientific studies proving that its active ingredient, curcumin, really does benefit our health. 'A big myth I often see in the nutrition space, especially with turmeric, is that the active ingredient curcumin is all that we need. 'But the turmeric root possesses more beneficial properties than just curcumin. Today there are numerous ways to eat turmeric; supplement capsules, ground up ready for use in cooking, and in its whole, raw, form ready to be roasted, or blended into in an immunity-boosting juice shot.

Source: Daily Mail December 29, 2025 22:30 UTC