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The traditional curcumin uses included the treatment of infection, stomach ailments, arthritis and various other health problems. It is found in the spice plant turmeric, which was a staple of traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, both of which are practiced widely throughout Asia and in Europe to this day. The Western approach to medicine is to treat a symptom, not the underlying cause. Different traditional practices referred to the imbalance that caused health problems using various terminologies. For example, traditional Chinese medicine refers to eat as balancing the QI or life force. Since scientists have been unable to identify this life force and measure it, they cannot attest that turmeric balances QI, but they can attest to the medicinal activity present in extracts from the plant’s rhizomes. Rhizomes are underground stems, sometimes referred to as tubers or roots. Turmeric and ginger are some of the plants that have very large rhizomes. Both of the plants have medicinal, as well as culinary uses. Ginger is one of the most effective treatments for motion sickness and nausea, even more so than prescription drugs that are on the market. It is also very safe and has been used by expectant mothers to relieve morning sickness. Many of the traditional ginger and curcumin uses have been scientifically evaluated. Both of the plants have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Curcumins have anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-ischemic, anti-amyloid and anti-tumor activity. Most of the evidence has come from laboratory and animal testing, but clinical studies are currently underway. Researchers are looking at the potential curcumin uses in treating psoriasis, Alzheimer’s and cancer. Psoriasis is one of many inflammatory conditions that are caused by an over-reactive immune system. Inflammation is one of the body’s first defense mechanisms. It is important for fighting infection and for protecting against further injury after a sprain, bruise or broken bone. But, for some reason, particularly in recent times, doctors have seen the immune system turn against healthy cells. The resulting diseases are called autoimmune diseases. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, as is rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. While some foods and beverages contribute to inflammation, others counter and modulate it. Ginger, turmeric, piperine and other spices are among the foods that are known to help modulate immune system responses. That’s why curcumin’s use in treating psoriasis is being evaluated. The curcumin uses in treating Alzheimer’s has to do with several things. First the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity would be beneficial, since inflammation and oxidation play a role in the disease. But, the anti-amyloid activity is the primary reason for the evaluation. It has been shown in animals and test tubes to prevent the formation and break up amyloid plaques that are present in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. When it comes to cancer, curcumins have been shown to cause the death of cancer cells, without causing damage to healthy ones. That makes it an interesting choice for chemotherapy. There are many things to consider before taking a nutritional supplement that contains turmeric, but that’s the subject of another article. Now that you know more about the curcumin uses, you might want to learn more. Visit my website today to learn about a multi-nutritional supplement I've discovered that I'd like to share with you. Gordon Hall is fervent about enabling you and everyone to live a healthy lifestyle, and is an ardent reviewer of herbal, vitamin and mineral extracts. To discover which supplements Gordon recommends after far ranging and extensive research. Visit his website now at : http://www.your-supplement-resource-site.info
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