October 7, 2015

Tumeric - The Wonder Herb

Turmeric
Tumeric - The Wonder Herb

Multi-Modal defense mechanism may be due to it’s ability to cross the BBB (blood-brain-barrier)

✿ prevents multiple types of CA
✿ prevents DNA damage
✿ reduces the onset of uterine fibroids
✿ blocks the growth of H.Pylori — ST ulcers [1]
✿ lowers cholesterol, LDL receptors mRNA, 
✿ prevents Alzheimer's


Metabolizes into Glutathione, “The Healing Chemical"
✿ a critical amino acid; the body is reliant upon the supply of this important chemical for ALL healing functions
✿ glutathione S-transferase (GST ) liver protection, detoxification
✿ effective anti-inflammatory (COX-2) [2]


Natural Treatment for Depression
In this 2013 study of depressed human subjects, curcumin’s effectiveness was similar to that of a standard antidepressant medication. However, curcumin contains none of the side effects associated with commonly used drug therapies9 and provides additional health benefits as well. [3]

Other Name: Curcumin

References
1.  http://www.lifeextension.com/magazine/2011/3/how-curcumin-protects-against-cancer/page-01
2.  http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=78
3.  http://www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2014/6/A-New-Way-To-Manage-Depression-Without-Drugs/Page-01

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