Organic Turmeric  Anti-Inflammatory Supports digestion   Rich in antioxidants Turmeric has been used as a healing spice in Ayurvedic and traditional  medicine for centuries. Respect sources organic turmeric powder  specifically from a source with high curcumin, the revered compound in  turmeric that gives it its anti-inflammatory properties.  Why it is good for you. Originating in India and Asia, Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a plant related to ginger  which has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine. The orange-yellow powder obtained from the root is called turmeric. As a natural, whole plant, turmeric is packed with  hundreds of biologically active compounds, not just curcumin!