Study Finds Turmeric Beneficial for Diabetics

**A new study has found that curcumin may be especially beneficial for
diabetics.

Over the years studies have shown potential benefits for curcumin for
reducing cholesterol levels, improving cardiovascular health, reducing
the risk of Alzheimer's, and potential protection against cancer. And
now it seems there may be another benefit to add to this already
extensive list.

Curcumin is the natural colour pigment that makes turmeric yellow. The
recent study tested its effects on various variables and reported
significant improvements for insulin resistance and glucose tolerance.

If results of the new study, published in the journal Molecular
Nutrition & Food Research, can be repeated in humans, it may suggest
potential for the spice for diabetes management or prevention.

*Source: Molecular Nutrition & Food Research
*Published online ahead of print 8 April 2008, doi: 10.1002/mnfr.200700184
/"Effect of curcumin supplementation on blood glucose, plasma insulin,
and glucose homeostasis related enzyme activities in diabetic db/db mice
(p NA)"
/Authors: K.-I. Seo, M.-S. Choi, U.J. Jung, H.-J. Kim, J. Yeo, S.-M.
Jeon, M.-K. Lee

From the Nutri Supplement, Issue 100