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Capability of curry component to treat disease merits US patent

A U.S patent issued today to the University of Rochester and two other entities for the use of compounds related to a popular spice in the fight against cancer, acne, baldness, and other medical conditions.

Medical research created Jun 12, 2012 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (3) | comments 2

Like curry? New biological role identified for compound used in ancient medicine

Scientists have just identified a new reason why some curry dishes, made with spices humans have used for thousands of years, might be good for you.

Medical research created May 25, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (13) | comments 2 | with audio podcast

Curcumin shows promise in attacking Parkinson's disease

Curcumin, a compound found in the spice turmeric, is proving effective at preventing clumping of a protein involved in Parkinson's disease, says a Michigan State University researcher.

Parkinson's & Movement disorders created Mar 20, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (6) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Turmeric-based drug effective on Alzheimer flies

Curcumin, a substance extracted from turmeric, prolongs life and enhances activity of fruit flies with a nervous disorder similar to Alzheimers. The study conducted at Linköping University, indicates ...

Medical research created Feb 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 2

Popular herbal supplements may adversely affect chemotherapy treatment

Acai berry, cumin, herbal tea, turmeric and long-term use of garlic – all herbal supplements commonly believed to be beneficial to your health – may negatively impact chemotherapy treatment according to a new report ...

Cancer created Aug 17, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Antioxidant spices reduce negative effects of high-fat meal

Eating a diet rich in spices, like turmeric and cinnamon, reduces the body's negative responses to eating high-fat meals, according to Penn State researchers.

Health created Aug 10, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (4) | comments 2 | with audio podcast