More on curry vs. Alzheimer's

by Nick Vagnoni, Posted Aug 4th 2006 @ 4:05PM

Some of you may recall earlier posts about the possible health benefits of curry, specifically curcumin, a polyphenol found in turmeric. There have been studies suggesting that curcumin may help fight cancer and a host of other ailments. The New Scientist and the Daily Mail have recently reported on a new study linking the antioxidants in turmeric to healthy cognitive function in a group of over 1,000 elderly Asians. The study, from researchers at the National University of Singapore, found that curcumin may lower the build up of amyloid plaque and inflammation associated with Alzheimer's. Researchers call the evidence tentative in the study's abstract, saying that further investigation is required.

Filed Under: Science, Health & Medical, Ingredients
Tags: alzheimer's, cancer, curcumin, curry, fight, reduce, risk, spices, study, turmeric

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8-04-2006 @6:07PM PopFitnez said... Curry is not only good for your health, but also adds color and "life" to foods that are bland. I often try to add it when I cook.
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8-04-2006 @6:38PM mary said... Curries vary from region to region. Be sure that you use Tumeric as that is where the curcumin is. Is it also in cumin which is added to curry in some areas?
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