Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. Turmeric is native to Southeast Asia, but is popular all over the world. It is perhaps most popular in India, where it is one of the main spices in ...

To understand curcumin, we first need to understand polyphenols. Polyphenols are compounds found in many plant foods, and they generally act as antioxidants, which can help protect the plants (and ...

Studies show that turmeric could be beneficial in doses ranging from 500–2,000 milligrams (mg) per day. However, the recommended dosage can vary depending on the specific condition you’re trying to ...

Consuming turmeric supplements in high amounts may cause symptoms, including an upset stomach. It may also not be safe to take alongside certain medications. Turmeric is a yellow-orange spice ...

As you probably already know, turmeric and curcumin are huge buzzwords in the nutrition community these days. Traditionally native to Southern Asia and India, turmeric is a root that has spread ...

Curcumin is known for fighting inflammation and acting as an antioxidant, so scientists have wondered if it could help with heart health, too. In the latest meta-analysis, Bahari H and colleagues ...

Although curcumin may be a useful supplement alongside traditional cancer treatments, more research is necessary to understand exactly how it may benefit people with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Curcumin is a natural compound found in turmeric. Dr Sowrabh Kumar Arora shares some critical information about curcumin and its connection to cancer. When you think of spices that add flavour to your ...

Novella works with food, lifestyle, and media brands to develop nutrition and health messages backed by credible and evidence-based science. Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher ...

True or false? Turmeric and curcumin are the same thing. If you said false, you are correct. Still, many consumers are confused. People talk about using turmeric as if it’s the answer to how to ...