Scholars Bulletin (SB)
Volume-8 | Issue-08 | 248-260
Subject Category: Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutritional Composition, Bioavailability, Medicinal Functions and Uses of Turmeric: A Review
Chinemerem Henry Ugo, Michael Nnaemeka Ajamba, Ebube Chinwe Arene, Ikenna Kelechi Anyadike, Stella Onyekachi Opara, Perpetua Ngozi Eze, Robert Chibueze Osuji , Zita Chiamaka Ohiri
Published : Aug. 25, 2022
Abstract
In recent years, studies have placed a greater emphasis on the scientific evaluation of historical plant-based medications, as well as the examination of various plant parts for medicinal and pharmacological significance. In light of cultural histories and ancient medicine from previous decades, which have continued to promote the healing benefits of plants and their extracts, the medicinal values of plants cannot be overstated. Nutraceuticals are the use of therapeutic properties of plants or plant parts to prevent and control illness. The Zingiberaceae family includes Curcuma longa (Turmeric), which is one of the most innovative nutraceuticals. It is widely grown and consumed in India and Asian countries as a shelf-life enhancer and preservative, aromatic, and coloring ingredient. It possesses anti-glycemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, and anti-viral properties, among other health advantages. For millennia, Curcuma longa has been regarded safe to use as a spice and seasoning.