Turmeric
Aside from being a staple in Indian cuisine, Turmeric is known for its potential health benefits that stem from a chemical known as curcumin and have been used in Ayurvedic, Indian traditional medicine, for centuries.
Research suggests that curcumin, the yellow-orange pigment of turmeric, is a potent antioxidant which may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, anxiety, and hyperlipidemia.
It may also help improve recovery following exertions and decrease perceived muscle soreness, thereby enhancing athletic performance in active people.*