curcumin
05/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
New curcumin formulation provides a significant boost to bioavailability
Scientists have discovered a new formulation for curcumin: In a study, they found that using a gamma-cyclodextrin formulation in curcumin supplements could give a significant boost to its bioavailability. Researchers from The University of Tampa in the U.S. and the Western Sydney University and the University of New South Wales in Australia, together with the consulting company Increnovo, evaluated new curcumin formulations to discover […]
05/16/2018
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By Isabelle Z.
Turmeric is an ideal drug alternative for treating Type 2 diabetes – research journal
If you’re diabetic, you’ve probably had it hammered into your head already that you need to eat a low-glycemic diet and exercise regularly, but there is one very powerful tool that can help you in this fight that doesn’t get nearly as much attention: turmeric. This root, which comes from the same plant family as […]
05/13/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Curcumin found to regulate bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell sheets, creating a favorable environment for cutaneous wound healing
Researchers have discovered that curcumin can be an effective biomaterial in healing cutaneous wounds. The study, which was published in the journal Stem Cell Research and Therapy explored a specific bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cell (BMSC) sheet, in particular, its effects on the immune response on wound regeneration. Repairing wounded skin is hampered by an […]
05/12/2018
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By Zoey Sky
A bowl of curry a day can keep your heart healthy – Nutrition Journal study
If you want to improve your heart health, consider eating at least one bowl of curry every day. According to a study published in Nutrition Journal, one culinary serving of curry made with various spices can help dilate the arteries and “[prevent] the cardiovascular harms associated with eating common foods.” Aside from enhancing the flavor of various dishes, […]
05/02/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Pharma drug researchers give up trying to understand how curcumin works; you’re better off taking it in its natural form
There are a lot of things that curcumin can do; however, one thing it can’t do is be used in making synthetic drugs, according to an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. The review, which looked at the medicinal chemistry of the compound, concluded that curcumin is a “highly improbable” lead compound, given […]
04/26/2018
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By Vicki Batts
Reduce weight and inflammation by combining curcumin and piperine with calorie restriction diet
Turmeric has been making the news lately — and for good reason. The golden-hued spice has been highly regarded for its health benefits for centuries, and the science to support its beneficial qualities is finally catching up. Now, new research has shown that turmeric could be part of a weight-loss supporting, inflammation-reducing cocktail. Past research […]
04/04/2018
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By Isabelle Z.
Treat and even prevent diabetes with ginger: Study finds it improves several markers of the disease
Are you doing everything you can to avoid diabetes or control it if you already have it? It’s a frightening illness that can severely impact a person’s quality of life and even lead to death, so it’s only natural that people who are concerned about their health take steps to reduce their risk. Perhaps you’re […]
03/28/2018
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By Isabelle Z.
Turmeric and omega 3s can cure diabetes – but you’ll never hear that from your doctor
Have you ever wondered why diseases like diabetes remain so difficult to treat despite all the incredible advances seen in modern medicine? It’s a common question, but you’ve already missed the point just by asking it. That’s because the solution to diabetes is not found in modern medicine at all. Instead, nature has the answer […]
08/11/2017
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By Kristine Payne
The six health benefits of turmeric
Once a prized ingredient in the cuisine of India and Pakistan, turmeric (Curcuma longa) has since gained worldwide renown as a potent superfood. This peppery-tasting, golden-hued spice has multiple health benefits that make it a worthy addition to any diet. Regular consumption of turmeric can give your overall health a much-needed boost by: Aiding digestion: […]
08/04/2017
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By Isabelle Z.
New science confirms eating turmeric every day reverses cancer
A report in the British Medical Journal illustrates how a woman has beaten blood cancer with the help of turmeric. In 2007, 67-year-old Dieneke Ferguson was diagnosed with myeloma and she progressed to stage three within 15 months. Three failed rounds of chemotherapy and four failed stem cell transplants later, doctors told her she had […]
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