Turmeric has been used for thousands of years in India. Curcumin is the main ingredient in turmeric, and it has powerful ant-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant. A Turmeric smoothie is such a great way to start the day. It is the simplest way to get a whole lot of nutrition in your body that will fuel you throughout your morning. I love to make a double batch of this and save the rest for the afternoon.