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[Podcast] Curcumin, Urolithin A, and Glutamine: What Human Trials Show

Dr. Rhonda Patrick reviews curcumin, urolithin A, and glutamine for inflammation, mitochondria, immunity, and exercise. ... aging inflammation immune system mitochondria curcumin supplements urolithin a

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[Story] Curcumin, a compound derived from turmeric, aids in reducing muscle damage and soreness after intense exercise, potentially speeding up recovery.

Intense exercise—especially eccentric movements like downhill running or heavy weightlifting—can cause microscopic muscle damage, inflammation, and soreness. While this process is part of adaptation, excessive damage can delay recovery and hinder performance. A recent study found that curcumin, a compound derived from turmeric, may help reduce muscle damage and soreness, potentially speeding up recovery. Researchers analyzed the findings of 11 studies on curcumin and exercise-induced muscle damage. The various studies focused on healthy adults who exercised regularly and took curcumin before... exercise performance inflammation muscle curcumin polyphenol

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[Story] Curcumin may act as an intervention in chronic urinary tract infection through dampening of toll-like receptors and reducing bacterial colony count

Curcumin reduces urinary tract infection symptoms via interaction with toll-like receptors. Urinary tract infections are common outpatient infections. They occur more frequently among women, and 50 to 60 percent of all women report having had at least one UTI in their lifetime (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6502976/). Findings from a 2017 study suggest that curcumin reduces the symptoms associated with urinary tract infections via interaction with toll-like receptors. Toll-like receptors (https://www.foundmyfitness.com/topics/toll-like-receptors) comprise a family of pattern r... microbiome immune system curcumin microbes toll-like receptors

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[Podcast] Why the phytochemicals in plants may be better than the antioxidants | Dr. Mark Mattson

In this clip, Dr. Mark Mattson discusses our fascinating coevolution with plants and why mildly toxic phytochemicals promote longevity better than antioxidants. ... nutrition exercise fasting sulforaphane antioxidant

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[Story] Curcumin maintains muscle power and reduces muscle soreness after plyometric exercise.

Plyometric exercises involve quick, powerful movements to promote speed, endurance, and strength. Loss of muscle power and delayed onset muscle soreness commonly occur after plyometric exercise. Findings from a new study suggest that curcumin maintains muscle power and reduces muscle soreness after plyometric exercise. Curcumin in a bioactive compound produced by the plant Curcuma longa, a member of the ginger family. Curcumin exhibits a wide array of beneficial health effects, including anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-diabetes properties. It is responsible for the bright yellow pigm... muscle curcumin

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[Story] Curcumin reduces pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee.

Osteoarthritis is an inflammatory condition that affects the joints. It is the most common form of arthritis worldwide and is a major contributor to disability among older adults. The findings of a recent study suggest that curcumin reduces pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee. Curcumin in an antioxidant compound produced by the plant Curcuma longa, a member of the ginger family. Curcumin exhibits a wide array of beneficial health effects, including anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-diabetes properties. It is responsible for the bright yellow pigment of turmeric, a type of s... curcumin arthritis supplements

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[Story] Huffin' dat turmeric: aerosolized curcumin made to study effects on Alzheimer's in clinical trials.

FTA: > One of the most promising new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease may already be in your kitchen. Curcumin, a natural product found in the spice turmeric, has been used by many Asian cultures for centuries, and a new study indicates a close chemical analog of curcumin has properties that may make it useful as a treatment for the brain disease. ... alzheimer's curcumin

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[Podcast] Joe Rogan Experience #568 - Dr. Rhonda Patrick

Dr. Rhonda Patrick makes her third appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience. ... brain nutrition exercise alzheimer's cholesterol omega-3 inflammation depression probiotics dna damage stem cells serotonin mental health cannabinoid curcumin

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