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Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 6 Researches
8.7
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.3
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Turmeric ExtractCurcuma longa (Rhizome)(95% [475 mg] Total Curcuminoids)
500 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies

9.5
Curcumin reduces H. pylori-induced gastritis
We recently investigated how curcumin, a natural compound found in turmeric, affects gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. This study used twenty-eight C57BL/6 mice infected with the H. pylori strain and compared their results to ten non-infected control mice.

By the conclusion of the study, we found that 42% of the infected mice who did not receive treatment developed gastritis, which was confirmed through histological examination. These mice showed heightened levels of inflammatory markers. However, curcumin treatment led to a significant reduction in these inflammatory responses. Notably, no inflammation was observed in the mice that received curcumin.

Our findings suggest that curcumin may be a beneficial nutritional approach to mitigate the detrimental gastric inflammation triggered by H. pylori infections, particularly in the absence of effective vaccines or eradication strategies. This points to the potential of dietary interventions in managing gastric health amid ongoing challenges in treating H. pylori.
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We explored how curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, affects Helicobacter pylori infections, a common cause of gastritis and other stomach issues. The study tested the effectiveness of curcumin on 65 clinical isolates of H. pylori, discovering that it could significantly inhibit the growth of these bacteria.

Interestingly, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of curcumin varied from 5 to 50 micrograms per milliliter, illustrating its potency against H. pylori regardless of the strain. Notably, the way curcumin interacts with H. pylori suggests that its effects are not solely tied to the shikimate pathway, indicating a more complex mechanism of action.

We also examined curcumin's efficacy in vivo by observing its impact on H. pylori-infected mice. Results showed that curcumin not only helped eradicate the bacteria from infected mice but also repaired gastric damage caused by the infection. This suggests that curcumin has great potential as an alternative treatment for H. pylori-related gastritis.

Overall, we find that curcumin could be a promising natural remedy worth exploring further in the fight against gastric infections.
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8
Turmeric shows promise for gastritis
We explored the potential benefits of turmeric, along with other spice-derived compounds, on gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). The study involved testing curcumin, capsaicin, and piperine in a controlled setting, measuring their effects in both test tubes and live gerbils.

Our findings indicated that turmeric, in the form of curcumin, showed promising results when taken in high doses over a period of 13 weeks. This compound helped lower inflammation and reduced the number of certain immune cells, suggesting it might alleviate the symptoms of gastritis.

However, when looking specifically at curcumin’s effects, we noted it was not the sole hero in this study since both capsaicin and piperine contributed to the overall benefits. Together, these spices offered an interesting avenue for further research into natural treatments for H. pylori-related gastric issues, emphasizing their potential as preventative measures against more severe conditions like gastric cancer.
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6
Aid for gastritis
I take this for my gastritis and hope it is helping.
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Medical Researches

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Moderately Effective
Based on 6 Researches
8.7
  • All Researches
This study focused on finding effective solutions for managing Helicobacter pylori infections, which are linked to various gastric diseases. We explored a novel treatment involving a combination of curcumin—a compound found in turmeric—and clarithromycin, presented in a specialized nano-emulsion form that enhances their effectiveness against H. pylori.

Our findings revealed that this Curcumin Clarithromycin Nano-Emulsion (Cur-CLR-NE) demonstrated promising results. In controlled experiments, it outperformed free curcumin and clarithromycin in inhibiting H. pylori growth. The minimum inhibitory concentration and bactericidal concentration were significantly lower for the nano-emulsion, indicating a superior antimicrobial effect.

Furthermore, we witnessed substantial improvements in inflammation and tissue repair in mice treated with Cur-CLR-NE compared to those receiving free forms of the drugs. Histological analysis showed that the treated mice experienced far less gastric damage, underscoring the potential of curcumin in aiding healing processes.

Overall, curcumin, in conjunction with clarithromycin in this nano-emulsion format, appears to hold great promise as an effective treatment option against H. pylori, potentially providing a solution amid the increasing antibiotic resistance we face today.
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9.5
Curcumin reduces H. pylori-induced gastritis
We recently investigated how curcumin, a natural compound found in turmeric, affects gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. This study used twenty-eight C57BL/6 mice infected with the H. pylori strain and compared their results to ten non-infected control mice.

By the conclusion of the study, we found that 42% of the infected mice who did not receive treatment developed gastritis, which was confirmed through histological examination. These mice showed heightened levels of inflammatory markers. However, curcumin treatment led to a significant reduction in these inflammatory responses. Notably, no inflammation was observed in the mice that received curcumin.

Our findings suggest that curcumin may be a beneficial nutritional approach to mitigate the detrimental gastric inflammation triggered by H. pylori infections, particularly in the absence of effective vaccines or eradication strategies. This points to the potential of dietary interventions in managing gastric health amid ongoing challenges in treating H. pylori.
Read More
We explored how curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, affects Helicobacter pylori infections, a common cause of gastritis and other stomach issues. The study tested the effectiveness of curcumin on 65 clinical isolates of H. pylori, discovering that it could significantly inhibit the growth of these bacteria.

Interestingly, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of curcumin varied from 5 to 50 micrograms per milliliter, illustrating its potency against H. pylori regardless of the strain. Notably, the way curcumin interacts with H. pylori suggests that its effects are not solely tied to the shikimate pathway, indicating a more complex mechanism of action.

We also examined curcumin's efficacy in vivo by observing its impact on H. pylori-infected mice. Results showed that curcumin not only helped eradicate the bacteria from infected mice but also repaired gastric damage caused by the infection. This suggests that curcumin has great potential as an alternative treatment for H. pylori-related gastritis.

Overall, we find that curcumin could be a promising natural remedy worth exploring further in the fight against gastric infections.
Read More
8
In this study, we explored the impact of curcumin on gastritis induced by deltamethrin, a pesticide that could harm our stomach lining. Deltamethrin, even at levels deemed safe by the WHO, was found to have toxic effects when given to rats. The research involved two treatment groups along with a control group to help measure the outcomes more accurately.

We administered deltamethrin to one group of rats while providing them with curcumin to see if it would protect their stomach linings. This setup allowed us to evaluate not just the damaging effects of deltamethrin but also the potential of curcumin as a protective aid.

Our findings confirmed that deltamethrin can indeed be harmful to the stomach, but we also observed that curcumin demonstrated a protective role against the toxic effects. Thus, while deltamethrin poses risks when consumed in residues from treated crops, curcumin offers a promising way to safeguard our gastric health.
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8
Turmeric shows promise for gastritis
We explored the potential benefits of turmeric, along with other spice-derived compounds, on gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). The study involved testing curcumin, capsaicin, and piperine in a controlled setting, measuring their effects in both test tubes and live gerbils.

Our findings indicated that turmeric, in the form of curcumin, showed promising results when taken in high doses over a period of 13 weeks. This compound helped lower inflammation and reduced the number of certain immune cells, suggesting it might alleviate the symptoms of gastritis.

However, when looking specifically at curcumin’s effects, we noted it was not the sole hero in this study since both capsaicin and piperine contributed to the overall benefits. Together, these spices offered an interesting avenue for further research into natural treatments for H. pylori-related gastric issues, emphasizing their potential as preventative measures against more severe conditions like gastric cancer.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.3
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  • Negative Reviews
6
Aid for gastritis
I take this for my gastritis and hope it is helping.
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Frequently Asked Questions

6
Aid for gastritis
I take this for my gastritis and hope it is helping.
9.5
Curcumin reduces H. pylori-induced gastritis
We recently investigated how curcumin, a natural compound found in turmeric, affects gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. This study used twenty-eight C57BL/6 mice infected with the H. pylori strain and compared their results to ten non-infected control mice.

By the conclusion of the study, we found that 42% of the infected mice who did not receive treatment developed gastritis, which was confirmed through histological examination. These mice showed heightened levels of inflammatory markers. However, curcumin treatment led to a significant reduction in these inflammatory responses. Notably, no inflammation was observed in the mice that received curcumin.

Our findings suggest that curcumin may be a beneficial nutritional approach to mitigate the detrimental gastric inflammation triggered by H. pylori infections, particularly in the absence of effective vaccines or eradication strategies. This points to the potential of dietary interventions in managing gastric health amid ongoing challenges in treating H. pylori.
This study focused on finding effective solutions for managing Helicobacter pylori infections, which are linked to various gastric diseases. We explored a novel treatment involving a combination of curcumin—a compound found in turmeric—and clarithromycin, presented in a specialized nano-emulsion form that enhances their effectiveness against H. pylori.

Our findings revealed that this Curcumin Clarithromycin Nano-Emulsion (Cur-CLR-NE) demonstrated promising results. In controlled experiments, it outperformed free curcumin and clarithromycin in inhibiting H. pylori growth. The minimum inhibitory concentration and bactericidal concentration were significantly lower for the nano-emulsion, indicating a superior antimicrobial effect.

Furthermore, we witnessed substantial improvements in inflammation and tissue repair in mice treated with Cur-CLR-NE compared to those receiving free forms of the drugs. Histological analysis showed that the treated mice experienced far less gastric damage, underscoring the potential of curcumin in aiding healing processes.

Overall, curcumin, in conjunction with clarithromycin in this nano-emulsion format, appears to hold great promise as an effective treatment option against H. pylori, potentially providing a solution amid the increasing antibiotic resistance we face today.
We explored how curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, affects Helicobacter pylori infections, a common cause of gastritis and other stomach issues. The study tested the effectiveness of curcumin on 65 clinical isolates of H. pylori, discovering that it could significantly inhibit the growth of these bacteria.

Interestingly, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of curcumin varied from 5 to 50 micrograms per milliliter, illustrating its potency against H. pylori regardless of the strain. Notably, the way curcumin interacts with H. pylori suggests that its effects are not solely tied to the shikimate pathway, indicating a more complex mechanism of action.

We also examined curcumin's efficacy in vivo by observing its impact on H. pylori-infected mice. Results showed that curcumin not only helped eradicate the bacteria from infected mice but also repaired gastric damage caused by the infection. This suggests that curcumin has great potential as an alternative treatment for H. pylori-related gastritis.

Overall, we find that curcumin could be a promising natural remedy worth exploring further in the fight against gastric infections.

References

  1. Halima A, Akbar W, Ali H, Imtiaz H, Javed S. Residual Level Of Deltamethrin Induced Gastritis And Preventive Role Of Curcumin On Stomach Mucosa. J Ayub Med Coll Abbottabad. 2023;35:534. 10.55519/JAMC-04-11631
  2. Mosallam FM, Bendary MM, Elshimy R, El-Batal AI. Curcumin clarithromycin nano-form a promising agent to fight Helicobacter pylori infections. World J Microbiol Biotechnol. 2023;39:324. 10.1007/s11274-023-03745-7
  3. Toyoda T, Shi L, Takasu S, Cho YM, Kiriyama Y, et al. Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Capsaicin and Piperine on Helicobacter pylori-Induced Chronic Gastritis in Mongolian Gerbils. Helicobacter. 2016;21:131. 10.1111/hel.12243
  4. Santos AM, Lopes T, Oleastro M, Gato IV, Floch P, et al. Curcumin inhibits gastric inflammation induced by Helicobacter pylori infection in a mouse model. Nutrients. 2015;7:306. 10.3390/nu7010306
  5. De R, Kundu P, Swarnakar S, Ramamurthy T, Chowdhury A, et al. Antimicrobial activity of curcumin against Helicobacter pylori isolates from India and during infections in mice. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2009;53:1592. 10.1128/AAC.01242-08
  6. Kim DC, Kim SH, Choi BH, Baek NI, Kim D, et al. Curcuma longa extract protects against gastric ulcers by blocking H2 histamine receptors. Biol Pharm Bull. 2005;28:2220. PubMed
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