Is it true that ground Turmeric (spice used in currys) has anti cancer agents in it?

29>Yes.


Besides, Turmeric is a great cure for many internal injuries . Is used widely in India.





In Ayurvedic medicine, turmeric is thought to have many healthful properties and many in India use it as a readily available antiseptic for cuts and burns. It is taken in some Asian countries as a dietary supplement, which allegedly helps with stomach problems and other ailments. It is popular as a tea in Okinawa, Japan. It is currently being investigated for possible benefits in Alzheimer's disease, cancer and liver disorders.





The medicinal properties of the turmeric have for millennia been known to the ancient Indians and have been expounded in the Ayurvedic texts. It is only in recent years that Western scientists have increasingly recognised the medicinal properties of turmeric. According to a 2005 article in the Wall Street Journal titled, "Common Indian Spice Stirs Hope," research activity into curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is exploding. Two hundred and fifty-six curcumin papers were published in the past year according to a search of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Supplement sales have increased 35% from 2004, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health has four clinical trials underway to study curcumin treatment for pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma, Alzheimer's, and colorectal cancer.





Investigations into the low incidence of colorectal cancer amongst ethnic groups with a large intake of curries compared with the indigenous population have suggested that some active ingredients of turmeric may have anti-cancer properties.





Anti-tumoral effects against melanoma cells have been demonstrated [2].





Second-stage trials of a turmeric-based drug as a possible treatment for cancer are currently underway. However, according to recent research results [3], the component curcumin causes degradation of the human protein p53. p53 is responsible for removing damaged cells that are likely to become tumors, suggesting curcumin could accelerate tumor development.





A recent study involving mice has shown that turmeric slows the spread of breast cancer into lungs and other body parts. Turmeric also enhances the effect of taxol in reducing metastasis of breast cancer


Anti-tumoral effects against melanoma cells have been demonstrated
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We take turmeric daily. But, I learnt a lot more too. Thanks. Report It

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Reply:well i`ve heard that curry is a good all-rounder where health aspects are concerned - so i`d say yes definately. and yep - it sure is a nitemare to get out of your clothes!