A 2021 research review found that curcumin supplementation benefited standard cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The authors suggested curcumin may also help reduce the side ...

Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, may help protect against esophageal damage caused by GERD. It has a wide range of other health benefits, too.

Turmeric can cause an allergic reaction for some, especially if you work with turmeric powder. Taking too much turmeric might lead to kidney problems because of oxalate buildup. If you have gallstones ...

Dear Doctors: I am a 67-year-old physically active man. I was taking turmeric three times a day for several weeks to reduce workout-related inflammation. I ended up in the hospital with an abscess and ...

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 ...

DEAR PEOPLE’S PHARMACY: I was taking ibuprofen (600 milligrams, two times per day) for arthritis pain, but I had to stop because it was causing renal insufficiency. This had happened before while I ...

Turmeric is a powerful superfood known for its wide range of health benefits. Here are simple ways to add it to your daily diet.

In a review article published in the journal Foods, researchers in Italy have illustrated the neuroprotective role of curcumin and curcumin-containing nanoparticles in neurodegenerative diseases.

Turmeric may help reduce inflammation and joint pain, and may support heart and gut health. Safe intake of turmeric supplements is considered up to 8 g, but long-term effects are unknown. Possible ...