Curcuma longa, also known as turmeric, has been traditionally used to treat skin, upper respiratory tract, joints and digestive system ailments.

Curcumin is the major bioactive component found in the roots of turmeric (Curcuma longa), a plant belonging to the ginger family. Turmeric has been used as a coloring and flavoring agent in South Asian cuisines for centuries and has also been recommended by traditional Ayurvedic physicians for thousands of years. Curcumin has been extensively researched by modern scientists for its various biological activities.

As the active substance in turmeric, the polyphenol known as curcumin has a number of health benefits. The recognition of its medicinal properties already has a rich history, so it has received more and more attention from the scientific world in recent years.

Curcumin fights oxidative stress and is an adjuvant for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, but it has also proven its benefits in treating other health problems such as metabolic syndrome or anxiety. At the same time, due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant role, it also brings advantages to healthy people who do not suffer from such conditions.




 

Turmeric - properties and benefits

 

• 1. Reduces inflammation

The use of turmeric can be beneficial in the case of chronic conditions, a situation in which the inflammation begins to affect the tissues of the body. In a study involving patients suffering from ulcerative colitis, people who took 2 grams of curcumin a day along with their prescription medication were more likely to stay in remission compared to patients who used only the prescription medication. .

Also due to the anti-inflammatory effect, patients with arthritis respond well to treatment with curcumin-based supplements. Following a study that targeted patients with rheumatoid arthritis, curcumin was even more effective than an anti-inflammatory drug. Numerous studies examining the effects of curcumin on arthritis have reported improvement in symptoms.
 

• 2. Improves memory

Another clinical study showed that 90 milligrams of curcumin, administered twice a day for 18 months, helped improve memory in adults with dementia. The researchers believed that the reduction of inflammation in the brain and the antioxidant properties of curcumin determined the slowing down of the decline of neurocognitive functions, i.e. the ability to reason. It is possible that the active substance in turmeric also contributes to the prevention of the development of Alzheimer's disease, but for now additional studies are needed in this regard.
 

• 3. Soothes joint pain

When it comes to treating arthritis, Indian saffron has a long history in both traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda. Research suggests that the use of turmeric extract could reduce the pain associated with osteoarthritis, but doctors advise patients not to rely exclusively on the use of curcumin, as the prescribed medication should take priority.
 

• 4. Fight against free radicals

Also on the list of benefits worthy of consideration of this spice, we also include antioxidant properties, which means that the active substances in the composition can protect the body from the harmful action of oxygen free radicals, which they neutralize. It also seems that the antioxidant effect of Indian saffron can also stimulate the action of other antioxidants in the diet.
 

• 5. Decreases the risk of coronary heart disease

Due to its ability to reduce inflammation and oxidation, turmeric can also bring benefits by protecting the body against heart diseases. Studies show that saffron can help stop the process by which these diseases develop. In the case of healthy, middle-aged adults, who for 12 weeks administered supplements based on curcumin, the resistance of the vascular endothelium increased, with an important role in case of hypertension.

Another study involved 121 people who had undergone a surgical intervention for aorto-coronary bypass. A few days before and after the operation, the patients who had administered 4 grams of curcumin per day managed to reduce by 65% ​​the risk of facing a heart attack during hospitalization.

Saffron can also be useful when it is used together with the drugs recommended for controlling cholesterol levels. Research has suggested that the active substance in turmeric is safe, able to protect the body by reducing cholesterol levels.
 

• 6. Fights depression

In the case of people with depression, the amount of the protein known as "brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)" decreases, which is why the hippocampus (which contributes to memory and learning) of those patients starts to shrink. Fortunately, it has been discovered that taking curcumin can increase the level of the BDNF factor, reversing those changes.

Another study showed that for the relief of depression symptoms, curcumin can be almost as effective as fluoxetine (Prozac - an antidepressant from the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is possible that this compound that gives saffron its color can stimulate the levels of serotonin and dopamine (chemical substances that regulate the mood and other functions of the body).
 

• 7. Prevents cancer

According to some research, curcumin can disrupt the development of cancer. It seems to cause the death of cancer cells, reduce angiogenesis (the transformation of new blood vessels into tumors) and metastasis (the spread of cancer). At least in the case of colorectal cancer, there was a 40% reduction in colon lesions in male patients.


 

Suggested use

Take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times daily with food.

 

Warnings

For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, have a medical condition, or have any history of liver, gall bladder, or gastrointestinal problems. Keep out of reach of children.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.