Curcumin, 665mg - 60 VCaps-Now Foods. Curcumin is the major component of Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) and extensive scientific research on Curcumin has demonstrated its potent antioxidant properties. Through its antioxidant mechanisms, Curcumin supports colon health, exerts neuroprotective activity and helps maintain a healthy cardiovascular system.*
Curcumin (diferuloylmethane), a polyphenol natural product of the plant Curcuma longa and a component of the popular Indian curry spice turmeric, may be an anticancer agent.
Researchers at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center studied the possible anticancer mechanisms of curcumin. The study found that curcumin inhibited growth of rhabdomyosarcoma cells (Rh1 and Rh30) and arrested cells in the G1 phase of the cell cycle.
Curcumin also induced apoptosis (cell death) and inhibited the basal or type I insulin-like growth factor-induced motility of the cells. At physiological concentrations, curcumin rapidly inhibited phosphorylation of the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) and its downstream effector molecules in a panel of cell lines.
Curcumin also inhibited phosphorylation of Akt in the cells, but only at high concentrations. The study concluded that curcumin may execute its anticancer activity primarily by blocking mTOR-mediated signaling pathways in the tumor cells.
As an herbal dietary supplement, take 1 Vcap® 2 to 3 times daily, preferably with meals
Warnings:
If you are pregnant/lactating or have any history of liver, gall bladder or gastrointestinal problems, please consult a medical practitioner prior to use. Keep out of reach of children. Caution: Please discard the inedible freshness packet enclosed.
Packaged Weight:
2
Manufacturer Info:
Now Foods
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