Turmeric (Curcuma longa): An Evidence-Based Systematic Review by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration.

Autor: Ulbricht, Catherine, Basch, Ethan, Barrette, Ernie-Paul, Boon, Heather, Chao, Wendy, Costa, Dawn, Higdon, Elizabeth R.B., Isaac, Richard, Lynch, Margaret, Papaliodis, George, Grimes Serrano, Jill M., Varghese, Minney, Vora, Mamta, Windsor, Regina, Woods, Jen
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Zdroj: Alternative & Complementary Therapies; Aug2011, Vol. 17 Issue 4, p225-236, 12p
Abstrakt: The article focuses on the therapeutic use of turmeric based on various studies. It says that turmeric has the possible safety effects for various kinds of patients including patients prone to gastrointestinal distress, patients with diabetes or other glycemic disorders, and patients prone to hypotension. According to a preliminary research conducted by R. C. Rawal and colleagues, turmeric may help reduce eczema symptoms. Moreover, turmeric and curcumin have anti-inflammatory properties.
Databáze: Complementary Index