Curcuma - Science topic

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have attracted interest owing to their widespread biological and technological applications. AuNPs can enhance the targeted delivery of photosensitive and therapeutic material to tumor cells. Curcumin, a bioactive secondary metabolite isolated from Curcuma longa, exhibits favorable pharmacological properties, enabling syn...

The current study was conducted in a private field in Bibukht village, Mosul government, in order to evaluate the impact of Curcuma longa powder (CL) supplementation to the male Awassi ration on semen quality and some blood parameters. Twenty-four male Awassi lambs (47±1.23kg) average body weight and 10-11 months old, were randomly assigned to two...

To explore the sesquiterpenoids in Curcuma longa L. and their activity related to anti-atherosclerosis. The chemical compounds of the rhizomes of C. longa were separated and purified by multiple chromatography techniques. Their structures were established by a variety of spectroscopic experiments. The absolute configurations were determined by comp...

According to WHO Depression is a common internal complaint. Encyclopedically, it's estimated that 264 million of grown-ups suffer from depression. Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of complaint. This exploration totally focuses upon formulating a drug for people suffering f...

Natural products have gained worldwide favor due to their sustainable and ayurvedic nature. In this study, rose containing anthocyanin was explored as a source of yellowish–pink natural colorant for wool dyeing using various solvents (aqueous, alkaline, acidic, and basified methanol). Dyeing of wool was performed by optimizing the following paramet...

The mouthwashes prepared from the herbal ingredients has shown great potential to overcome the chemical-based preparations. The combination of two or more herbal ingredients to form a polyherbal formulation has become an efficient approach to add value to the basic herbal formulation. In present study, the polyherbal mouthwash has been prepared usi...

Background and purpose: Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) reportedly ameliorates cognitive function in patients with chronic cerebrovascular insufficiency. However, its efficacy in healthy adults is ambiguous. It was reported that concentrations of terpene lactones, active components of GBE that are present in very low concentrations in the brain, were...

The aim of this study was to optimize the formulation of hard candy with antiviral herbal extracts and flowered with Citrus limon peel essential oils. To substitute water fraction, the D-optimal mixture design was used. The optimized mixture fractions of the best hard candy formulation contain Curcuma longa extract (10%), Artemisia herba-alba Asso...

A comparative in vitro study of the antioxidant potential of natural phenols (zingerone, curcumin, raspberry ketone, magnolol) and their synthesized derivatives was performed. The antioxidant efficiency was evaluated in blood serum obtained from healthy individuals, by means of spectrophotometry, before and after the addition of pro-oxidant tert-bu...

The addition of vitamin E to herbs can result in interactions between compounds in herbs and vitamin E. The present study was conducted to evaluate the effect of vitamin E supplementation to herbal mixture containing diets on amino acid and fatty acid composition of broiler meats and hemotological status in broiler chickens. This study used a compl...

Isolation and characterization of starch from Curcuma angustifolia rhizome (Tikhur) was carried out for the development of novel edible food packaging film.Various characteristics viz. physicochemical and functional was studied for determining its suitability for edible film development. The low percentage of ash, protein and fat revealed the purit...

This study evaluated the impact of COVID-19 and other factors on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of Saudi patients during infection and after recovery using the EQ-5D-5L and EQ-VAS instruments. An observational prospective study was conducted in November 2022, during which 389 COVID-19 patients were surveyed during their visit to a medic...

This article proposes the design, fabrication and measurement of a triple-rings complementary split-ring resonator (CSRR) microwave sensor for semi-solid material detection. The triple-rings CSRR sensor was developed based on the CSRR configuration with curve-feed designed together, utilizing a high-frequency structure simulator (HFSS) microwave st...

Abstract With bioactive ingredients, including cineol, phenol and alkaloids, galangal is an aromatic plant that ranks third in Indonesian production behind turmeric and ginger. In addition, galangal contains phenolic compounds that can help protect proteins in the rumen. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of giving galangal essential oil on en...

Since the Medieval Era, Turmeric had been used extensively in cooking. The medicinal use of turmeric is of great interest to researchers. During research, it has been found that Curcumin degrades rapidly and its Bioavailability is jeopardized at the physiological pH which is near about 7. Now-a-days chemo trials are going on in vitrous to bioavail...

Garlic(Allium sativum) is considered one of the twenty most important vegetables, with various uses throughout the world, either as a raw vegetable for culinary purposes or as also an ingredient in traditional and modern medicine. Further, it has been also proposed as one of the richest sources of total phenolic compounds among the usuallyconsumed...

One of the dangerous food factors is the discovery of borax in food. Borax is a preservative that is not intended for food preservatives. Turmeric contains a curcumin compound which is capable of being an indicator for borax detection with color change parameters. The purpose of this research is to provide knowledge to the community around the camp...

This review intended to describe the phytoconstituents and pharmacological activities of medicinal plant Curcuma longa Linn. It exhibit anti-inflammatory, anti-immunodeficiency virus, antibacterial, antioxidant effect and nematocidal activities. These derivatives are closely related to natural congeners and synthetic derivatives those were either i...

ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) can be considered a highly efficient Zn source that has been widely used in agriculture to promote crop development and productivity. The turmeric (Curcuma longa) plant has several medical properties, and its rhizome is utilized as a spice in the food sector. In this work, C. longa leaves were sprayed with various concentrat...

The rhizome of the Curcuma longa is known to contain curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, and bisdemethoxycurcumin, three naturally occurring yellow pigments belonging to the curcuminoid family. Curcuminoids and all its derivatives are active components in many nutraceuticals and cosmetic products. The therapeutic benefits of curcumin are exhaustive and ha...

The present ethnomedico-botanical study was carried out at Andro Village in Imphal East District (Manipur) in the remote NorthEastern corner of India to ascertain the number of medicinal plants used in the treatment of two respiratory tract diseases-asthma and bronchitis. The Andro village is located at the intersection of 94 0 .2'E longitude and 2...

Curcuma thorelii Gagnep. and Curcuma cotuana Luu, Škorni?k. & H.?.Tr?n are the rare species only found in Southeast Asia. The present study was the first to explore the chemical compositions and antibacterial effects of the whole plant acetone extracts of these 2 species. Altogether 41 and 31 compounds have been identified in C. thorelii and C. cot...

One of the keys to successful quail rearing is choosing suitable nutritional feed. Unfortunately, feed nutrients not adequately absorbed by the digestive tract of quails, in addition to impacting productivity, will also be wasted and decompose to form ammonia, which becomes a supporting factor for disease. This study aims to determine how adding tu...

The purpose of this study was to determine the levels and components of essential oils between the rhizome and tuber parts of the white turmeric (Kaempferi rotunda) plant. Sampling of white turmeric was done purposively. The plant parts analyzed were the rhizome and tuber of white turmeric. The study was conducted in August 2021. Sampling of white...

Usage of leaf material of Zingiberaceae plants in traditional medicine was found to be very meagre. This study was intended for screening of antimicrobial activity and detection of antimicrobial compounds of essential oils extracted from the leaf material of three selected plants, Alpinia speciosa, Curcuma longa and Zingiber officinale. Gas Chromat...

Objective: Myocardial ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury is a complex clinical problem that often leads to further myocardial injury. Curcumin is the main component of turmeric, which has been proved to have many cardioprotective effects. However, the cardioprotective potential of curcumin remains unclear. The present systematic review and meta-anal...

Radiodermatitis (RD) occurs in 95% of cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. At present, there is no effective treatment for the management of this complication of radiotherapy. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a polyphenolic and biologically active natural compound with various pharmacological functions. The aim of this systematic review was to...

Background: Curcumae Radix (CW) is traditionally used to treat primary dysmenorrea (PD). However, the mechanisms of action of CW in the treatment of PD have not yet been comprehensively resolved. Objective: To investigate the therapeutic effects of CW on PD and its possible mechanisms of action. Methods: An isolated uterine spastic contraction mode...

Curcumin, a natural organic component obtained from Curcuma longa’s rhizomes, shows abundant anti-tumor, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory pharmacological activities, among others. Notably the anti-tumor activity has aroused widespread attention from scholars worldwide. Numerous studies have reported that curcumin can delay ovarian cancer (OC), inc...

At the moment diabetes has become an epidemic disease and according to recent statistics 400 million people have diabetes in the world and it is mainly associated with developing countries, Among the huge and heterogeneous numbers type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is the most prevalent, according to the Global Burden of Diseases study for the year (2016) it w...

Introduction: Curcuma longa, popularly known as Turmeric, is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant used in folk medicine for the treatment, prevention, and management of various illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, Arthritis, diarrhoea, inflammation, psoriasis, hepatobiliary diseases, gastric and peptic ulcers. Results: This study reviewed the et...

Turmeric is used as a natural colour in three major forms, namely ground rhizome powder, oleoresin, and curcumin. The extent of genetic variability available in the crop provides an opportunity to identify stable genotypes for different shades of natural colours. The findings suggested that the considerable variability and environmental influence f...

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is an irreversible disease process with a high disability and mortality rate. After primary spinal cord injury, the secondary injury may occur in sequence, which is composed of ischemia and hypoxia, excitotoxicity, calcium overload, oxidative stress and inflammation, resulting in massive death of parenchymal cells in the in...

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one of the most prevalent neurodegenerative illnesses, and yet, no workable treatments have been discovered to prevent or reverse AD. Curcumin (CUR), the major polyphenolic compound of turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizomes, and Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) are natural substances derived from conventional Chinese herbs that ha...

The milkfish, or Chanos chanos, is a fish that is frequently raised in brackish water ponds and is in high demand by consumers. It has a large economic value. A procedure known as nursery cultivation is used to maintain milkfish fry and produces fish that are prepared to be reared in ponds when they reach a specific size. The goal of this study is...

In the present era, Metabolic disorder is a challenge to the medical community because of its increasing prevalence and unsatisfactory management. There is no permanent remedy, and the patient has to continue the medicine for a longer life. According to Ayurveda, all metabolic diseases are caused due to Jathragnimandya(improper digestion & metaboli...

The consumption of spices is growing in India with an increase in purchasing power. It is forecasted that everyone in the country would be consuming one spice or the other with a high per capita consumption. It is estimated that we may have a population of around 1.69 billion people during 2050 and approximately the per capita consumption of turmer...

Sirup poliherbal yang mengandung daun kelor, rimpang kunyit dan rimpang jahe (SPKKJ) dipercaya secara empiris oleh masyarakat kota Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia, mampu menjaga kesehatan dan meningkatkan imunitas tubuh. Indikasi tersebut disebabkan oleh senyawa fitokimia antioksidan. Kombinasi ketiganya dalam bentuk sediaan sirup merupakan salah satu...

Simple Summary: Pollens being the primary source of protein, lipids, vitamins, and minerals are vital for bee development and reproduction. A major issue confronting beekeeping is developing strong and healthy honey bee colonies. The possibility of prosperous honey bee colonies depends on an effective pollen substitute especially when pollen supply...

The impacts of the addition of turmeric powder (0, 0.100, 0.133, and 0.167% of flour) in the chemical, microbiological, sensorial, and shelf-life quality of bun-bread were examined to obtain a stable bread with acceptable chemical and sensorial properties. The chemical composition, microbiological, and sensory analysis of the supplemented bun-bread...

Applications of analytical quality by design (QbD) approach for developing HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography) methods for food components assays, and separations of complex natural product mixtures, are still limited. The current study developed and validated, for the first time, a stability-indicating HPLC method for simultaneous determ...

Numerous problems affect oral health, and intensive research is focused on essential oil-based nanoemulsions that might treat prevent or these problems. Nanoemulsions are delivery systems that enhance the distribution and solubility of lipid medications to targeted locations. Turmeric (Tur)-and curry leaf oil (CrO)-based nanoemulsions (CrO-Tur-self...

Periodontal care comprises care of the surrounding tissue of teeth along with proper care of teeth. Periodontal maintenance is a preventive measure that helps to prevent infections in oral cavity. For this, besides, scaling and root planning, various medications in the form of oral tablets, mouthwashes, gargle solutions, gels etc. are used these da...

Water pollution is a serious concern for developing and undeveloped countries. Photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants is an effective degradation method to restrain the green ecosystem. This research article presents a green, low-cost, and benevolent eco-friendly biosynthesis of cobalt oxide (Co3O4) nanoparticles using Curcuma longa plant...

Turmeric as a natural dye contains curcuminoids which are beneficial for the body and have the potential to be applied in food stuffs such as in amplang. Milkfish amplang (Chanos chanos) is a snack made from typical Indonesian fish which is quite popular in society. This study used experimental laboratory research methods which aimed to determine t...

Background- Herbal cosmetics have gained significant popularity in recent years due to the increasing demand for natural and organic products. These cosmetics are made from a combination of natural ingredients such as plants, flowers, roots, and fruits that have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Herbal cosmetics have various benefits...

This experimental research aims to characterize the complex compound M-curcumin (M=Cu, Co, Ag) based on turmeric (Curcuma longa Linn) rhizome as a candidate for photosensitizer in solar cells. The basic material used for manufacturing the M-curcumin complex compound in this study was curcumin from turmeric rhizome extract added to Cu2+, Co2+, and A...

Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria are bacteria colonizes rhizome and roots of turmeric plants were isolated and screened for the phytoharmone production. In the present study rhizobacteria were isolated from the four different farms surrounding Sengaon tehsil Sengaon dist. Hingoli Maharashtra. The isolation of the rhizobacteria from turmeric reg...

Medicinal properties of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.), a plant used for centuries as an anti-inflammatory, are attributed to its polyphenolic curcuminoids, where curcumin predominates. Although “curcumin” supplements are a top-selling botanical with promising pre-clinical effects, questions remain regarding biological activity in humans. To address t...

BACKGROUND: Curcuma xanthorrhiza rhizomes have been demonstrated to have anticancer properties toward various types of cancer cells. The effect of C. xanthorrhiza rhizome extract (CXRE) on nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) cells, including HONE-1 cell line has not been elucidated yet. Therefore, the effect of CXRE on the apoptosis of HONE-1 cells and its...

Extraction and Characterization of Natural Dyestuffs from onion (Allium cepa), carrot (DaucuscarotaL.) and Turmeric (Curcuma longa), were studied to access the physical properties and the spectral features of the natural dyestuffs from onion, carrot and turmeric using ethanol as the solvent for extraction of the dyestuffs. The dyestuffs obtained ga...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a health problem that is constantly growing. This disease presents a diverse symptomatology that implies complex therapeutic management. One of its characteristic symptoms is dyslipidemia, which becomes a risk factor for developing cardiovascular diseases and increases the mortality of CKD patients. Various drugs, pa...

Abstrak Kunyit (curcuma longa) merupakan salah satu jenis tanaman yang memiliki zat bioaktif yang dapat menghambat jamur. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mempelajari aktivitas antibiofilm ekstrak kunyit yang dapat menghambat pertumbuhan biofilm Candida albincans. Jenis penelitian menggunakan eksperimental labolatorik secara in vitro dengan rancangan...

Bacterial infection and inflammation caused by excess oxidative stress are serious challenges in chronic wound healing. The aim of this work is to investigate a wound dressing based on natural- and biowaste-derived biopolymers loaded with an herb extract that demonstrates antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities without using ad...

Pendahuluan: Kunyit mengandung banyak zat aktif salah satunya adalah antioksidan. Komponen antioksidan utama didalam kunyit adalah kurkuminoid. Kurkumioid terdiri atas senyawa kurkumin, demetokikurkumin dan bisdemetoksikurkumin. Senyawa kurkumin yang terkandung didalam kunyit merupakan senyawa metabolit terpenting. Tujuan: Penelitian ini dilakukan...

Turmeric has been used as an adjuvant treatment for osteosarcoma (OS) owing to its anticancer components. However, the underlying mechanism remains unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the mechanism of action of turmeric in the treatment of OS using network pharmacology and molecular docking. The methods included obtaining data on antica...

ABSTARCT Curcumin may be a shining yellow chemical created by plants of the Curcuma longa species. It is the vital curcuminoid of turmeric (Curcuma longa), a part of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is sold as a homegrown supplement, beauty care products ingredient, food flavoring, and nourishment coloring. Tramadol may be a manufactured centra...

Probiotic bacteria with functions of importance to the health and well-being of the host exhibit various medicinal properties including anti-proliferative properties against cancer cells. There are observations demonstrating probiotic bacteria and their metabolomics can be different in various populations with different eating habits. Here, Lactoba...

Curcumin, a bioactive phenol derived from turmeric, is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial molecule. Although curcumin exhibits beneficial effects in its innate form, it is highly hydrophobic, which leads to poor water solubility and, consequently, low bioavailability. The lack of bioavailability limits curcumin’s effectiveness as...

Curcuminoid complex, a mixture of curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and didemethoxycurcumin, is one of the most popular antioxidants of natural origin, and it has a multitude of other health benefits. It is threatened by the proliferation of counterfeit products on the market containing synthetic curcuminoids whose addition is difficult to identify as th...

The objective of the present study was to determine the acute and subacute toxicity profile of a polyherbal formulation called “Goubion” in addition to the in vivo antihyperuricemic study using fructose-induced hyperuricemia. Goubion is a combination of Colchicum autumnale (tuber), Tribulus terresteris (fruit), Vitex negundo (leaves), Smilax chinen...

Cancer continues to cause an alarming number of deaths globally, and its burden on the health system is significant. Though different conventional therapeutic procedures are exploited for cancer treatment, the prevalence and death rates remain elevated. These, therefore, insinuate that novel and more efficient treatment procedures are needed for ca...

This study was conducted to estimate antioxidant activity (scavenging free radicals) of some nano natural substances such as curcumin and grape seed. An a mismatch between free radicals and the body's defenses apologetics versus stress from oxidation due to exposure to ionizing radiation leads to chronic diseases and carcinomas. With regard to anti...

Covid-19, one of the coronaviruses has emerged in Wuhan, China as a result of zoonotic infection towards the end of December 2019. According to WHO data, Covid-19 has been present among approximately 221 million people in 222 countries, causing death for 4.5 million. Furthermore, these figures are increasing every day. In Turkey, approximately 6.5...