Definition

A mixture composed of curcuminoid phenols extracted from the plant Curcuma longa (turmeric root) with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin/demethoxycurcumin/bisdemethoxycurcumin-containing supplement is a unique combination of three phenols: curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin. This agent may both prevent the formation of free radicals and neutralize free radicals. Curcuminoids may have chemopreventive and antiproliferative properties.