Curcumin is one of the most amazing natural medicine that I use every day. Its natural antiinflammatory and I prefer to use it over pharmacological anti-inflammatory drugs because has less side effects. It works the same pathway as the aspirin and ibuprofen in reducing the COX expression being a COX1 and COX2 inhibitor.
In addition, curcumin boost Natural Killer cells activity and help fight infections and blocks NF-kapa B. The anti-cancerous mechanism was studied for the effect on major master switches and cytochromes in the body like: P450, tyrosine kinases, p-53 signaling, glutathione S- Transferase, Cycloxigenase and transcription factors.
Curcumin is antimicrobial, antiviral (reduces transcription of Epstein Barr25 and HIV virus 26, 27), inhibits parasites and protozoa. It offers protection against cardio risk as a natural blood thinner works by reducing cholesterol oxidation, increases HDL30, reducing fibrinogen38 and platelet aggregation. On the other hand, protects and heals the gastro-intestinal track and helps with stomach healing.
Curcumin is for everyone with few exceptions: anyone with gallstones (because enhances bile), anyone on blood thinning medication, (increases the effect of medication) and pregnancy. Best to consult a Physician before usage.
There are many products with curcumin on the market. When choosing a good formula I look for Nutraceuticals with reputation of high standards of extraction, potency and a synergy of right blending in the capsule.
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