Curcumin, an active component of turmeric (Curcuma longa), and its effects on health

Kocaadam, B. and Sanlier, N. · Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition · 2017

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This review summarises the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anticancer health effects of curcumin, the active component of turmeric (Curcuma longa).

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How to cite

Kocaadam, B. and Sanlier, N (2017) 'Curcumin, an active component of turmeric (Curcuma longa), and its effects on health', Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 57(13), pp. 2889-2895. doi:10.1080/10408398.2015.1077195

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