Relationship: Colds (general) and turmeric

Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
For the health condition: Colds (general)

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicine systems to help manage symptoms of the common cold, such as sore throat, cough, and congestion. The primary active component in turmeric, curcumin, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In traditional remedies, turmeric is often consumed as a warm drink with milk and sometimes combined with honey or black pepper. This practice is believed to soothe the throat and support the immune system.

Scientific evidence supporting turmeric’s effectiveness for treating or preventing the common cold is limited and mostly based on laboratory or animal studies. Some in vitro studies suggest that curcumin may inhibit the replication of certain viruses and modulate immune responses. However, well-designed human clinical trials specifically evaluating turmeric for the prevention or treatment of the common cold are lacking. The rating of 2 reflects the presence of plausible biological mechanisms and some supportive preclinical studies, but an absence of strong clinical evidence. Thus, turmeric’s use for colds is best characterized as a traditional remedy with modest scientific plausibility but insufficient direct validation in humans.

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Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
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Evidence supporting the use of: TurmericFor the health condition: Colds (general)

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Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
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