Turmeric is an herbal component with a long history of use in India. The active ingredients in Turmeric include beneficial flavonoids called Curcuminoids, which are plant-based antioxidants.* Nature's Bounty® Turmeric 1,000mg contains antioxidants, which help fight damaging free radicals in the body.* Free radicals contribute to oxidative stress, which in turn can lead to the premature aging of cells. Nature's Bounty® Turmeric 1,000mg capsules can also be opened and prepared as tea.