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.

Chitosan, a biopolymer obtained from chitin, is known for its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to encapsulate various therapeutic agents. The ionic gelation method is a widely used ...

A new study published in Advanced Science has revealed how curcumin, a bioactive compound found in Curcuma aromatica (Yujin), can help mitigate neuroinflammation and brain damage caused by epileptic ...

In a recent review published in the journal Antioxidants, researchers explored the potential of nano-formulations to boost the bioavailability and bioactivity of curcumin and its metabolites to ...

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 ...

Although curcumin may be a useful supplement alongside traditional cancer treatments, more research is necessary to understand exactly how it may benefit people with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

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Curcumin is known for fighting inflammation and acting as an antioxidant, so scientists have wondered if it could help with heart health, too. In the latest meta-analysis, Bahari H and colleagues ...