Turmeric has many different names in Brazil. The main active ingredient of turmeric is curcumin, a flavonoid which is a great ally of a healthy diet because of its thermogenic effect. It is rich in fibre and vitamins, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, stimulates antioxidant actions, is capable of preventing diseases, such as: cancer and Alzheimer’s. It helps in treatments for digestive problems; such as, indigestion, a lack of appetite, gastric acidity, liver treatment, arthritis, eczema, rheumatism, psoriasis, and asthma. It also collaborates in the management of blood glucose levels, and excellent for the prevetion of diabetes. Research shows that turmeric prevents the formation of molecules responsible for the formation of fat cells and has a thermogenic effect.