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A commonly used cooking spice in India, turmeric is also a powerful antioxidant. Its antioxidant properties have two distinct modes-it acts to prevent free-radical formation as well as intervening to neutralize free-radicals that have already formed. Turmeric has also been found to inhibit the proliferation of breast cancer cells. The interesting thing about turmeric is that it acts synergistically with genistein (present in soy). Both turmeric and genistein help protect against breast cancer. However, combined, the protection they offer is greater then the sum of their individual contributions. They are particularly effective against estrogen sensitive cancers induced by pesticides. Since it is not possible to completely eliminate our exposure to pesticides, adding activated, cultured soy and turmeric to our diets may be a wise choice.

Among Turmeric's benefits are:

• Cardiovascular & Circulation Support
• Inflammation and Joint Support
• Liver Health and Detoxification
• Normal Cell Growth
• Prostate Health Support

Two hundred and fifty-six curcumin papers were published in the past year according to a search of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Supplement sales have increased 35% from 2004, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health has four clinical trials underway to study curcumin treatment for pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma, Alzheimer's, and colorectal cancer. New research on the benefits from this important herb are revealed constantly.