Curcuma longa
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Neuroprotective Effects of Curcuma longa: A Review of Its Role in Neurodegenerative Diseases
Abstract: Curcuma longa (turmeric), a perennial herb notably utilized in traditional medication, has garnered big clinical attention due to its major bioactive compound, curcumin. Curcumin, well-known shows a couple of organic activities, together with antioxidant, anti-amyloidogenic, and neurodegenerative effects, making it a promising candidate for the management of neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs), which include Alzheimer’s illness, Parkinson’s disorder (PD), Huntington’s sickness (HD), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This evaluate consolidates current findings …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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A Factualistic Study of Phytomedicinal Activity of Curcuma longa (Haldi): Plant That Infuses Life
Abstract: Curcuma longa, commonly known as turmeric, is a plant of remarkable medicinal significance that has been utilized for centuries in traditional medicine and has garnered considerable attention in modern scientific research. This review explores its extensive phytomedicinal potential, focusing on the plant's bioactive compounds, particularly curcumin, which is recognized as the primary agent responsible for its therapeutic properties. Turmeric contains an array of chemical constituents, including curcuminoids, volatile oils, and …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Targeting Homogentisate Dioxygenase Dysfunction in Alkaptonuria: Investigating Curcuma longa’s Therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Objectives: Alkaptonuria is known to have a faulty gene HGO in the metabolic process. In the present research work, the focus is towards investigating the therapeutic capabilities of the Curcuma longa upon the faulty Homogentisate dioxygenase gene using ligand-protein binding, which would assist in the corrective tyrosine metabolism. Methods: This study is based on the computational approach using different phytochemicals for evaluation of the potency against the abnormal Homogentisate dioxygenase …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Multitarget Molecular Docking Using Curcuma longa Phytocompounds for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment
Abstract: Objective: The primary goal of this research is to understand and describe specific aspects of molecular interaction, it includes studying various aspects such as binding affinity, binding mode, and stability of the ligand-protein complex. Molecular docking is a computational technique used to predict the preferred orientation of one molecule to a second when bound together to form a stable complex. In this study, molecular docking will be employed to stimulate …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Extraction, Isolation, Characterization of Curcumin-I From Curcuminoids
Abstract: The major goal of this study is to extract, isolate, and characterize curcumin-I, a component of curcuminoids. Turmeric, or Curcuma longa Linn., plays a significant role in Ayurvedic medicine. Turmeric, or Curcuma longa Linn, is the popular name for this plant. An array of chemicals with biological activity may be more easily extracted with the help of this seasoning. Some of the compounds at play include curcuminoids and turmerone, although …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article