Curcuma longa

Family: Zingiberaceae
Curcuma longa

It is otherwise known as Turmeric, which is native to India and Southern Asia and is widely cultivated in India, China, Indonesia and other tropical countries. It grows well in humid climate. The extracts are taken from the rhizome, which has a characteristic bright yellow color.

Active Principle:

Turmeric contains 0.3-5.4% curcumin, an orange yellow volatile oil composed mainly of turmerone,atlantone and zingiberone. Curcumin provides 95% Curcuminoids .Also it contains sugars, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Curcuma longa

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clinical Uses:

  • Antioxidant
  • Anticarcinogenic
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Cardiovascular
  • Hepatic
  • Gastrointestinal
  • Antimicrobial agent.

Advantages:

  • Curcumin is applied clinically as a cancer preventive and treatment adjunct.
  • It is used in the treatment of atherosclerosis, liver disorders, cholelithiasis and irritable bowel syndrome.
  • Furthermore, the safety and excellent tolerability of curcumin compared to any standard drug treatment are major advantages.

 

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Disclaimer : These claims have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease

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