Life Extension Curcumin Elite Turmeric Extract provides superior absorption for this powerful polyphenol. Curcumin is a compound found in the spice turmeric and has been in use for thousands of years in traditional Ayurvedic practices. Modern science has found that curcumin has remarkable antioxidant properties, making it one of today's most popular herbal supplements. The problem is that curcumin is poorly absorbed. Curcumin Elite Turmeric Extract is carefully crafted for greater bioavailability than conventional curcumin. This patent-pending formula represents the most cost-effective way to supplement with this critical nutrient.