Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, may help protect against esophageal damage caused by GERD. It has a wide range of other health benefits, too.

Curcumin—a potent polyphenol (health-boosting component) and antioxidant—may be turmeric's most well-known compound. Manufacturers extract curcumin into highly concentrated forms such as extracts, ...

Curcumin may stop or slow key chemicals associated with inflammation. Piperine in black pepper can increase curcumin bioavailability by up to 2,000%. Turmeric or curcumin supplements are available as ...