Turmeric Extract Is A Powerful Antioxidant And More
Monday, September 14th, 2009Turmeric extract has attracted the attention of researchers in the fields of Alzheimer’s Disease, Memory Deficits, Arthritis, Cancer, including Breast Cancer and Diabetes. Turmeric extract is derived from the root of the turmeric plant first by drying and then by separation using an extraction process to pull out its active ingredients. When looking for Turmeric, you want the one with the highest content of the important active ingredient Curcumin.
Curcumin is the principal curcuminoid of the popular Indian curry spice turmeric and is what gives turmeric extract is powerful antioxidant properties. Curcumin is known for its antitumor, antioxidant, anti-arthritic, anti-amyloid, anti-ischemic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Curcuminoids are the major substances that give the spice turmeric its yellow color. The actual yellow color of curry is mostly from curcumin and other curcuminoids, which have been getting much attention by the press regarding positive research on their various health benefits. A wealth of scientific data now shows curcumin and curcuminoids to have powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tumor, and chemo-preventive (cancer-preventatives), and anti-neoplastic (cancer-fighting) properties.
Curcumin acts as a free radical scavenger which inhibits lipid per oxidation and oxidative DNA damage through out the body. Through their free radical scavenging mechanisms, curcumin and turmeric support colon health and help maintain a healthy cardiovascular system.
In Conclusion, curcumin extract is one of the major antioxidant extracts found in the spice turmeric. Curcumins structure, function, bioavailability, and efficacy in models of neuro inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease are impressive to researchers studding this amazing herb. When seeking out a supplement of turmeric extract look for a curcuminoid content of 95% or greater to ensure that you will receive the beneficial components of turmeric in each bottle you purchase at your health food store.