Curcumin

Curcumin is a natural polyphenolic compound and the primary bioactive constituent extracted from the rhizomes of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.), a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). As the major curcuminoid in turmeric, curcumin is the main contributor to the plant's various biological functions. Its chemical formula is C₂₁H₂₀O₆, with CAS number 458-37-7.

Curcumin is a bright yellow natural pigment that has been used as a spice and food coloring agent for centuries. In traditional medicine systems—including Traditional Chinese Medicine, Indian Ayurveda, and Thai medicine—turmeric has a history of medicinal use spanning thousands of years. Curcumin exhibits a wide array of therapeutic functions, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tumor, antimicrobial, neuroprotective, and cardio