Turmeric

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used in alternative Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory. The active ingredient in the herb is a compound called curcumin.

There have been several interesting studies from anti aging perspective on the herb's and curcumin's anti-cancer potential.

Laboratory and animal studies have shown potential that curcumin may have potential in the treatment of several forms of cancer, including prostate, breast, skin, and colon cancer.

As the traditional use of the herb to reduce inflammation, the herb may help relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.

The herb has also shown potential for clearing toxins from the body and protecting the liver from damage.

Turmeric - Studies

Curcuma longa (turmeric). Monograph. Altern Med Rev. 2001;6 Suppl:S62-S66.

Kiuchi F, Goto Y, Sugimoto N, Akao N, Kondo K, Tsuda Y. Nematocidal activity of turmeric: synergistic action of curcuminoids. Chem Pharm Bull. 1993;41(9):1640-1643.

Ramirez-Tortosa MC, Mesa MD, Aguilera MC, et al. Oral administration of a turmeric extract inhibits LDL oxidation and has hypocholesterolemic effects in rabbits with experimental atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis. 1999;147(2):371-378.


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