Abstract

TURMERIC- A REVOLUTION ON PHYTOMEDICINE

Garima Yadav* and Swarup J. Chattarjee

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Abstract

Flavonoids, tannins, glycosides, alkaloids, and terpenoids are examples of phytoconstituents with medical benefits. Herbal medications have been produced in recent years and are used to treat practically all ailments with minimal or no adverse effects. Asiatic culture and cuisine are inextricably linked to turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). It is said to provide a wide range of health advantages. The most physiologically active curcuminoid found in turmeric, curcumin, is being studied in pre-clinical and clinical studies for its potential to treat and prevent illness. The usual method for obtaining turmeric's health benefits is through long-term, low-dose food ingestion. For turmeric to be used rationally in the treatment of human illnesses, a detailed understanding of the effective dosage, safety, and mechanism of action is necessary. If turmeric is to be used for addressing human needs and enhancing human wellbeing, more clinical investigations are required. Turmeric has a number of beneficial effects on the body, including digestive, antibacterial, antiviral, antiinflammatory, anti-tumor, antioxidant, and antiseptic properties. The development of a revolutionary herbal medication delivery method termed a phytosome, which increases the bioavailability and absorption of bioactive components, has had a significant impact on the health care system. Turmeric phytochemical analysis. The innovative medication delivery mechanism is carried by phytosomes.

Keywords: Turmeric, Anti-inflammatory, Phytochemical, Phytosomes.