Bioactivity, Health Benefits, and Related Molecular Mechanisms of Curcumin: Current Progress, Challenges, and Perspectives
Curcumin is a principal curcuminoid of turmeric (Curcuma longa), which is commonly used as a spice in cooking and a yellow pigment in the food processing industry. Recent studies have demonstrated that curcumin has a variety of biological activities and pharmacological performances, providing protec...
Main Authors: | Xiao-Yu Xu, Xiao Meng, Sha Li, Ren-You Gan, Ya Li, Hua-Bin Li |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-10-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/10/1553 |
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