What are the properties of Turmeric in supplements?

The properties of Turmeric

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a type of herb belonging to ginger family, which is widely grown in southern and south western tropical Asia region. The most important secondary metabolite of C. longa is curcumin, which is responsible for anti-inflammatory effect of this plant(852).

Three major curcuminoids in turmeric and their chemical structures
Three major curcuminoids in turmeric and their chemical structures(926).

Turmeric is also known to have been used for centuries in India and China for the medical treatments of illnesses such as dermatologic diseases, infection, stress, and depression. It has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for inflammatory conditions.

Turmeric or Curcuma is a natural product that has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-apoptotic pharmacological properties. It can be used in the control of the aging process that involves oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis.

Many clinical trials have been done for proving the anti-inflammatory effect of curcumin. Their results suggest that curcumin can be effective in improving inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and reducing clinical manifestation of RA, such as joint swelling and morning stiffness in comparison with phenylbutazone which is used as a positive control(1078). Also, curcumin was tested in patients with anterior uveitis; after 2 weeks, exhaustive remission occurred(1079). The effectiveness of curcumin in patients with dyspepsia and/or gastric ulcer was proved by another clinical trial. In this study, subjects experienced remission after 12 weeks (maximum)(1080). Curcumin is beneficial in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) treatment(1081) and also works as a reducing agent to delayed graft rejection (DGR) after kidney transplant surgery(1082). Curcumin likewise has a beneficial effect in inhibition of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and reduction in sedimentation rate in patients who suffered from IBD(1083). It is also proven to be beneficial in maintaining amelioration of ulcerative colitis(1084) and psoriasis (by the selective prohibition of phosphorylase kinase)(1085).(1069)



The supplements containing Turmeric


Visaxinum D dla osób dorosłych z cerą trądzikową, tabletki powlekane, 30 szt. / (Aflofarm)Visaxinum D dla osób dorosłych z cerą trądzikową, tabletki powlekane, 30 szt. / (Aflofarm)

Polish version


Visaxinum D dla osób dorosłych z cerą trądzikową, tabletki powlekane, 30 szt. / (Aflofarm) contains amoung others Turmeric.

Visaxinum D dla osób dorosłych z cerą trądzikową, tabletki powlekane, 30 szt. / (Aflofarm) is available exlusively in Poland.


 
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Immunity 911 – Extra Powerful Ingredients for Your Stronger Immunity contains amoung others Turmeric.

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Turmeric - References & External links

Turmeric (Curcuma Longa)

TBS Ingredient ID (TBSI ID):
FamilyZingiberaceae
NameCommon Names
Curcuma LongaTurmeric, Indian Saffron, Jiang Huang, Haridra, Turmeric Standardized Extract, Turmeric Root, Turmeric Root Powder
Latin NameEMA
Curcumae Longae RhizomaCurcumae Longae Rhizoma
Description
Turmeric contains a powerful antioxidant called curcumin and is a great natural liver detoxifier.
Caution
Do NOT take Turmeric if pregnant or nursing. May possibly stimulate the uterus or promote a menstrual period. Should not be taken by people taking blood thinning medicine, as it can slow blood clotting. Could cause upset stomach, heartburn or nausea if taken in large amounts.
Parts Used Medicinally:Root
Habitat
Turmeric Is Native To India

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