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Biological activities of Curcuma longa L.

Araujo, C.C. and Leon, L.L. · Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz · 2001

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Abstract

This review summarises the biological activities of Curcuma longa, including antimicrobial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions, supporting the antimicrobial use of turmeric.

Referenced for these plants

Indian saffronTumericTurmericcommon turmericCurcuma longa

How to cite

Araujo, C.C. and Leon, L.L (2001) 'Biological activities of Curcuma longa L', Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, 96(5), pp. 723-728. doi:10.1590/s0074-02762001000500026

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