A new study found supplementing with Curcumin (Turmeric) supplements might improve Endothelial-Dependent-Dilation (EDD) of the blood vessels in people who are middle-aged and older. 29 individuals between the ages of 45 and 75 years of age participated in this 12 week study. The participants were randomly assigned to receive either a Curcumin supplement or a…
Researchers think increasing Curcumin intake may boost DHA levels in the brain by magnifying DHA transformation from other Omega 3 precursors, like ALA and DPA, in the liver. A combination of animal modeling and in vitro cell culture tests were performed. Researchers found an elevation of the enzymes involved in synthesizing DHA which suggests that…
A new study supports the supplementation of curcumin, the pigment that gives turmeric it yellow color, as a means to reduce pain related to exercise and to boost exercise performance. 17 men were recruited to participate in a double blind randomized-controlled crossover trial. Participants were randomly assigned to receive a placebo or a 5 gram…
A spice that has medicinal benefits thoroughly supported by scientific research, Turmeric has proven itself to have enormous value to human well being and health. Unlike drugs, Turmeric does not cause more side effects than its therapeutic benefits and may have actual side “benefits” which have been demonstrated empirically. Turmeric has a 6,000 year record…
A new study showed daily supplementation of the yellow pigment from turmeric, curcumin, may support lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels in individuals with metabolic syndrome. 65 people with metabolic syndrome participated in this placebo controlled double blind study. Individuals were assigned randomly to receive either 630 mg of curcumin 3 times per day or…
According to a new study on rats, Curcumin may aid in reversing decreases in the diversity of gut bacteria after an ovariectomy (OVX) which may prevent weight gain often seen in post-menopausal women. The study lasted 12 weeks. Rats were split into three groups: rats having undergone an ovariectomy and fed distilled water (OVX); a…
A new study suggests daily supplementation with Curcumin (Turmeric) might improve Body Mass Index (BMI), metabolic status and liver biomarkers in people with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). 87 people with grades 1-3 NAFLD (Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease) participated in this randomized controlled clinical study. The study lasted 8 weeks. Participants were assigned randomly to…
A new study has found that daily supplementation with Curcumin may be effective in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms in people with major depressive disorders. Over 100 people participated in this randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study. All the participants had major depressive disorder. Participants were given one of four treatment conditions: A placebo, a low-dose…