To understand curcumin, we first need to understand polyphenols. Polyphenols are compounds found in many plant foods, and they generally act as antioxidants, which can help protect the plants (and ...

Turmeric is a whole spice that provides a broad spectrum of natural compounds that work together for general wellness and culinary uses. Curcumin, the main active compound in turmeric, can be taken as ...

A new study concluded that it could be effective at alleviating stomach discomfort. But a lot is unknown. By Alice Callahan Turmeric has been used as a spice and medicine for thousands of years. And ...

Turmeric is a staple in many cultures, especially in eastern Asia, and lots of people believe it is beneficial for joint pain and inflammation. The plant has been used for thousands of years in ...

The turmeric plant, a member of the ginger family, has been used as a spice or food dye in cooking for thousands of years. A yellowish or reddish - depending on the species - substance is obtained ...

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Turmeric was linked to a small increase in weight loss in patients with type 2 diabetes in a recent scientific analysis. Other research has linked turmeric to small amounts of weight loss. Doctors say ...

Dear Doctors: I am a 67-year-old physically active man. I was taking turmeric three times a day for several weeks to reduce workout-related inflammation. I ended up in the hospital with an abscess and ...