Turmeric has been used in Asia for thousands of years to treat a host of human ailments and conditions. Western researchers have now acknowledged that curcumin, the most medicinally potent compound in turmeric, has antioxidant and antimicrobial capabilities and fights inflammation, chronic diseases, and cancer. Read about the best forms and dosages of turmeric and curcumin to take and learn how to use turmeric in several delicious recipes.