CURCUMIN

Curcuma Longa

Responsible for turmeric’s distinctive golden hue and reputation as a medicinal powerhouse, Curcumin is also its most active ingredient. A naturally occurring chemical, it has potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that help boost the body’s immune system, earning itself the name 'Cure-cumin’.

Responsible for turmeric’s distinctive golden hue and reputation as a medicinal powerhouse, Curcumin is also its most active ingredient. A naturally occurring chemical, it has potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that help boost the body’s immune system, earning itself the name 'Cure-cumin’.

Benefits

Boosts and Modulates the Immune System

Curcumin has shown to help control, adjust, boost and adapt the function of our immune system to the body’s health needs, when confronted with pain, illness and disease. It may amplify the body's defence against infection, reduce cell damage and deterioration, prevent inflammatory conditions and prevent the onset of lifestyle diseases.

Prevents Cellular Damage with Antioxidants

Curcumin has potent antioxidant qualities that protect the body from the negative effects of free radicals. In excess, free radicals cause unnatural damage to cells, protein and DNA. Studies suggest, Curcumin’s abundant antioxidants may help scavenge these free radicals, reduce oxidative stress and inhibit the onset of chronic diseases.

Prevents Inflammation and Related Chronic Diseases

Persistent inflammations may lead to chronic health conditions and diseases such as cancer, osteoarthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. Studies on Curcumin indicate its therapeutic anti-inflammatory potential that may suppress the body’s inflammatory response reaction via various mechanisms, tame inflammation involved in chronic diseases and ultimately improve clinical outcomes.

Promotes Healthy Heart Function

Curcumin works via multiple modes of action to combat cardiovascular disease, improve vascular function and mitigate the series of events that may lead to heart attacks. Research suggests it may improve arterial health and blood flow, regulate blood pressure, reduce risk of clotting, normalise lipid levels, reduce cholesterol and increase insulin sensitivity.

Combats Infections and Promotes Skin Repair

Curcumin has antimicrobial, anti-infective and anti-inflammatory properties that make it a potentially effective, low cost remedy against various bacterial, fungal and viral pathogens. It may target viral proteins, reduce inflammations, inhibit infections and prevent skin conditions caused by injury, acne and cancer. It may also accelerate wound healing time.

Effect on other Health Conditions

Curcumin’s benefits on our health are manifold. Studies indicate its ability to maintain chemical balance in the brain, act on various neurotransmitter pathways and influence biochemical and molecular mechanisms that prevent depression, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. For a detailed insight, you can refer to

Responsible for turmeric’s distinctive golden hue and reputation as a medicinal powerhouse, Curcumin is also its most active ingredient. A naturally occurring chemical, it has potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that help boost the body’s immune system, earning itself the name 'Cure-cumin’.

Responsible for turmeric’s distinctive golden hue and reputation as a medicinal powerhouse, Curcumin is also its most active ingredient. A naturally occurring chemical, it has potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that help boost the body’s immune system, earning itself the name 'Cure-cumin’.

Adaptogen

Curcumin belongs to this special class of herbs, popular for their extensive health benefits. It works to create and regulate natural balance in an individual’s hormone levels, immune responses and nervous system. Especially in the face of internal or external stressors, chronic disease and age related disorders.

Quick Facts
Source

Turmeric

Region

India, South and South-East Asia

Used in

Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine

Works Well With

Black Pepper (Piperine)

Available Form

Raw, Spice Powder, Extract, Tea

Dosage

500 - 2000mg*

/ day of turmeric extract

Warnings

* The recommended dosage allowance differs based on factors such as current health, age, sex, weight and nature of issues.   * May interfere with certain medication. May cause side effects. Consult your health practitioner before supplementing.  Discontinue immediately if you notice any side effects. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How to use

Curcumin may be taken along with food, either as supplement or spice. Its extract is more effective compared to powders or spice. It is strongly advised to combine Curcumin with black pepper (piperine) to increase its absorption and effectiveness.

Warnings

* The recommended dosage allowance differs based on factors such as current health, age, sex, weight and nature of issues.   * May interfere with certain medication. May cause side effects. Consult your health practitioner before supplementing.  Discontinue immediately if you notice any side effects. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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