Promising drug candidate for Alzheimer’s found in turmeric compound

A compound found in turmeric, the spice used in curry powder, could be a promising drug candidate for treating neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and stroke.

Curry Ingredient Curcumin May Increase Protein Levels In Immune System

The cooking spice turmeric is not only a vital ingredient in many curries, it has also been used for 2,500 years as a medicinal compound in the Ayurvedic system of medicine in India.