Turmeric is a plant from the ginger family that is native to Southeast Asia. It is traditionally Source in various Eastern Asian medicines.

Many of the benefits of turmeric are attributed to a major component called curcumin and its related substances. However, turmeric and curcumin are difficult to study with conclusive results because curcumin is unstable and not much of it reaches the bloodstream when it is taken orally.

Some research does show that turmeric has the potential to have benefits for various types of conditions, like:

diabetes
arthritis
mental health conditions
cardiovascular diseases
metabolic syndrome
However, more research is needed.

Things to consider
Turmeric and other curcumin products are generally considered safe to use both orally and topically in the recommended amounts. However, there are a few things to consider before adding turmeric supplements to your diet:

amounts of turmeric that are greater than those commonly used in food may be Source during pregnancy
there has been little to no research on the safety of using turmeric while nursing
high doses of turmeric may also have blood-thinning effects
You should speak with your healthcare professional before beginning the use of turmeric supplements, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking blood thinners.