Evidence supporting the use of: Curcuminoid (unspecified)
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

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

Curcuminoids, the active polyphenolic compounds in turmeric (Curcuma longa), have been studied for their broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties, including activity against various fungal pathogens. Several in vitro studies have demonstrated that curcumin—the principal curcuminoid—can inhibit the growth of fungi such as Candida albicans, Aspergillus spp., and Trichophyton spp. Proposed mechanisms include disruption of fungal cell membranes, inhibition of fungal biofilm formation, and interference with fungal enzyme activity. However, most of the available evidence is preclinical, coming from laboratory and animal studies rather than large, well-designed human clinical trials.

Traditional systems of medicine, such as Ayurveda, have used turmeric for a variety of infections, but explicit historical references to its use specifically for fungal infections are limited. Modern research supports the antifungal potential of curcuminoids, but challenges remain, such as their poor bioavailability and the lack of clinical studies directly demonstrating efficacy in humans for fungal infections. As such, while there is scientific rationale and preliminary laboratory evidence supporting the use of curcuminoids for fungal infections, clinical validation is currently limited, and the evidence is best rated as low to moderate (2/5).

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