Curcumin has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and possibly antiviral properties. Historically, traditional Chinese, Indian and Thai medicine have used turmeric. More recently, it has ...

Oxidative stress (cell damage from too many free radicals and insufficient antioxidants) can negatively impact your body over time and lead to inflammation. Inflammation may contribute to several ...

Natural supplements like ashwagandha, berberine, and curcumin are widely perceived as safe, but experts warn that this belief ...

Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits. A doctor explains why eating turmeric as part of your daily meals is better than taking a turmeric supplement.

To complement recovery after an injury, a health reporter went the herbal route with a clinical expert's guidance. One bonus ...

Turmeric contains curcumin, an ingredient with medicinal benefits. People use it to help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. However, turmeric may also have some adverse effects.

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 ...

Turmeric's primary effect on the body is that it decreases inflammation, which is associated with many health conditions. Turmeric is safe for most people when consumed in the required amounts found ...

People with indigestion are often advised to stay away from spicy foods — but turmeric might be the exception. The golden-orange spice — commonly added to curry dishes, tea, rice, soup, smoothies and ...

Plus, what a doctor has to say.