Through x-ray crystallography and kinase-inhibitor specificity profiling, University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers, in collaboration with researchers at Peking University and ...

MONTREAL – An investigational drug derived from turmeric (Curcuma longa) appeared to have activity in patients being evaluated for head and neck cancer therapy, at least in an early phase trial. All ...

A functional culinary spice with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, here's what turmeric can do for your overall ...

Turmeric is a whole spice that provides a broad spectrum of natural compounds that work together for general wellness and culinary uses. Curcumin, the main active compound in turmeric, can be taken as ...

Turmeric may lower the effectiveness of some chemotherapy drugs, blood thinners, and diabetes medications. Taking turmeric may affect the absorption and effectiveness of certain supplements. It's best ...

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 ...

Curcumin may help lower the levels of molecules that cause inflammation, such as cytokines and enzymes. This may help with arthritis, asthma, and inflammatory bowel disease. Curcumin may improve ...