Turmeric (curcumin) is an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer agent that has powerful medicinal properties. It has been used for over 2500 years to alleviate symptoms of arthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and depression. But what the research show? Let's look at high-quality studies and see what is hope versus hype and how best to take turmeric (curcumin) for maximal absorption.