Curcumin / Turmeric - Phytochemical

Curcumin which is extracted from turmeric is the bright yellow chemical produced and also found in mustard, yellow peppers and corn.

Effects: Anticancer and anti Alzheimers effects and research has suggested it may also help control blood sugar, lower cholesterol and ease symptoms of inflammatory bowel disorders.

curcuminboids are a natural phenol responsible for the yellow colour.

It also helpful in plantbased diets because it stimulates enzymes that help to convert the omega 3 fat (ALA found in flaxseed, vegetable oils and nuts) into useful long chain omaega 3 fats (DHA found in oily fish)

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Articles:

Turmeric and dementia

Curcumin May Reverse Memory Problems, Improve Mood

Research:

Curcumin: A Review of Its’ Effects on Human Health

The Problem of Curcumin and Its Bioavailability: Could Its Gastrointestinal Influence Contribute to Its Overall Health-Enhancing Effects?

Therapeutic potential of curcumin in gastrointestinal diseases.

An update on Curcuma as a functional food in the control of cancer and inflammation.

Curcumin and its formulations: potential anti-cancer agents.

Anticancer potential of curcumin: preclinical and clinical studies.

The effect of curcumin (turmeric) on Alzheimer's disease: An overview