Orlando, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/05/2016 -- Today, the world has become so extremely polluted that humans are almost always exposed to pollutants whether they are walking in the park or simply inside their homes. One of these toxic chemicals is arsenic, which may be detrimental to human health.
A recent study highlights the potential therapeutic benefits of curcumin on arsenic toxicity. Curcumin is an active ingredient of turmeric, which is an ancient spice. Curcumin is a phytochemical that contains a variety of potentially beneficial ingredients.
Curcumin is believed to be responsible for many of turmeric's potential benefits. It is believed to contain antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Arsenic may be found in the environment, and it is often combined with elements such as chlorine, sulfur, and oxygen. When it is combined with these elements, it becomes inorganic. Inorganic arsenic may be more toxic than its organic form.
Unfortunately, there is no way to know if arsenic is in food, in the air we breathe, or substances we touch. There are normal levels of arsenic in soil, food, water, and air. However, there are certain areas with rocks that naturally have abundant levels of arsenic. Arsenic can reach the soil from the rocks and make its way to drinking water.
According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, curcumin may potentially help to fight the harmful effects of arsenic. Arsenic is a poison and may be fatal to humans.
It is believed that curcumin may help to fight against arsenic by potentially counteracting the DNA damage caused by arsenic. In the study, it was found that curcumin reduced arsenic damage. The researchers also revealed that curcumin's potential benefits were more pronounced when, prior to arsenic being introduced, the lymphocytes were pre-incubated with curcumin. Researchers revealed that arsenic may cause damage to DNA through generating reactive oxygen species. It may also cause damage by enhancing the levels of lipid peroxidation.
Curcumin appeared to function in counteracting the damage by decreasing the lipid peroxidation levels and quenching the reactive oxygen species. It may have also increased the phase II detoxification enzyme levels such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, and glutathione peroxidase. It was also found that curcumin may increase the level of polymerase, which is a repair enzyme.
Curcumin supplements are widely available in the market today. It is utilized by many individuals who hope to enhance their protection against a range of conditions. Curcumin supplements that contain the black pepper extract called piperine are especially popular nowadays.
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