Turmeric extract is a concentrated form of the active compound found in turmeric, called curcumin. Turmeric itself is a bright yellow spice commonly used in cooking, especially in South Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. The extract is typically derived from the root of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa) and is known for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential medicinal properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Most studies used turmeric extracts that are standardized to include large amounts of curcumin. Curcumin Boosts Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, Linked to Improved Brain Function and a Lower Risk of Brain Diseases, Heart Disease, Preventing and Treating Alzheimer's Disease, Arthritis Patients Respond Very Well to Curcumin Supplements.
Curcumin 95% Extract is a highly potent turmeric extract standardized for curcuminoid content. Known for its strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, Curcumin is widely used in dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics
Turmeric is a member of the Curcuma botanical group, which is part of the ginger family of herbs, the Zingiberaceae. The root and rhizome stem of the Curcuma longaplant is crushed and powdered into ground Turmeric. Ground Turmeric is used worldwide as a seasoning and is the source of Curcumin.
Binomial Name: Curcuma longa
Molecular Formula: C21H20O6
Formula Weight: 368.39
A. Health Benefits of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement) in Inflammation
Arthritis occuring due to inflammation of the joints is a very painful and debilitating condition. Curcumin extract relieves the joints of such aches and pains, by inhibiting or reducing the level of an enzyme known as COX-2. It can reduce the inflammation by stimulating the adrenal glands,in order that they can release cortisone (natural steroid) that is used to treat inflammations.
B. Anti-bacterial and Anti-fungal Benefits of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement)
Curcumin has volatile oils that have anti-bacterial properties that are normally applied to the injured surfaces of the skin in order to prevent bacterial infections of the cuts or wounds. It also used to treat athletes foot by adding some amount of it to footbath.
C. Benefit of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement) in Cancer
Curcumin extract could be beneficial in many kinds of cancer such as breast cancer, colon cancer, skin cancer as well as prostate cancer. The antioxidants found in this extract have the potential to counteract and neutralize free radicals found in the body. The extract stops cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body such breast cancer cells spreading to the lungs by ensuring the dangerous cells do not grow.
D. Role of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement)Â in Alzheimerâ??s disease
Increased accumulation of a protein known as amyloidal in the brain leads to a disease known as Alzheimer. Curcumin can prevent this disease by making sure that amyloidal does not accumulate.
E. Benefits of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement)Â to the Digestive System
Curcumin is used to support the digestive system. Bile is an important body fluid secreted by the liver to assist in digestion and normally stored in the gall bladder. Congestion in these organs can lead to the formation of gall stones. Since curcumin increases the solubility of bile, it assists in the elimination of gall stones and further formation of the gall stones is also eliminated.
F. Cardiovascular Benefits of Turmeric (Curcumin Supplement)
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties helps maintain a healthy heart. It also aids in preventing blood clots by thinning blood thus reducing the chances of having a heart attack, stroke, thrombosis or any other cardiovascular diseases.
