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Curcumin is a component of the Indian spice turmeric, a perennial herb that is widely cultivated in South and South East Asia. Curcumin is one of three curcuminoids that give turmeric its yellow color and is used as a food colorant and additive.
Over the last few decades, several studies have explored the medicinal properties of curcumin. Some of the health benefits that have been associated with curcumin include:
Studies have shown curcumin to be a potent anti-inflammatory agent that can reduce inflammation and may even play a role in cancer treatment.
Some of the anti-cancer mechanisms exhibited by this compound include:
Several cancers have been studied that may be treated effectively with curcumin. These include blood cancers, skin cancer, lung cancer, pancreatic cancers, cancers of the mouth and oral cavity and intestinal cancers.
Studies have also shown that several other diseases and disorders may be treated successfully with curcumin. Examples of these conditions include: