00830nas a2200109   4500000000100000008004100001100001500042700001800057245004600075520058500121022001400706       2017                            d1 aGopinath H1 aKarthikeyan K00aTurmeric: A condiment, cosmetic and cure.3 a<p>Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is an integral part of Asian culture and cuisine. It has been used in traditional medicine since centuries. A myriad of health benefits have been attributed to it. Curcumin, the most biologically active curcuminoid in turmeric, is being investigated in pre-clinical and clinical trials for its role in disease prevention and cure. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antineoplastic, anti-proliferative and antimicrobial effects. We review the chemistry of this plant, its cultural relevance in Indian skin care, and its uses in dermatology.</p>
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