Get brain power from curry

[SinghDude]

http://www.iol.co.za/scitech/science/news/get-brain-power-from-curry-1.1024150

Washington - Studies on animals suggest that a new hybrid drug, made in part from the chemical in the yellow spice turmeric, could help regenerate brain cells after a stroke, US researchers said.

The molecular compound is made with curcumin, a natural yellow pigment that originates from a perennial herb called Curcuma longa and is popular in South Asian and Middle Eastern foods, particularly curries.

Human trials on the drug, which works by restoring pathways that feed neurons, could begin soon, according to scientist Paul Lapchak of Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre.

The new drug does not attack clots, but if administered to rabbits in one hour, which translates to three hours in human time, it “reduced stroke-caused 'motor deficits' - problems of muscle and movement control,” the study said.

The hybrid compound, CNB-001, “crosses the blood-brain barrier, is quickly distributed in the brain, and moderates several critical mechanisms involved in neuronal survival,” Lapchak said.

Lapchak presented the findings at the American Heart Association International Stroke Conference.

The spice by itself has proven problematic because it could not absorb well in the body or reach its target in high concentrations.

It was also naturally blocked from entering the brain by the protective mechanism called the blood-brain barrier.

Currently there is only one approved drug treatment for ischemic stroke, which is caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain.

Known as a tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), the drug is injected intravenously to dissolve clots and reinstate blood flow.

A separate study published in Britain last year suggested curcumin could help alleviate liver damage in mice. - Sapa-AFP

 

[blunomore]

Is it not true that with most of these things, you have to consume the particular product in large quantities for it to have any effect ?

And furthermore, the title is quite misleading. Our common interpretation of "curry" is an Indian dish with a gravy, which may or may not contain turmeric - not all curries do.

 

[Jamal]

There is also evidence that curcumin has an antidepressant effect.

 

[SinghDude]

Is it not true that with most of these things, you have to consume the particular product in large quantities for it to have any effect ?

And furthermore, the title is quite misleading. Our common interpretation of "curry" is an Indian dish with a gravy, which may or may not contain turmeric - not all curries do.

not really. i know that tumeric can also be used as an anticeptic also, even a facemask

 

[ShaunSA]

Explains why charo's are more intelligent then everyone else

/dons flame suit

 

[Maddmatt]

Article headline is stupid, turmeric is not curry.
It's not used in all curry, and it's used in other foods that are not curry.

 

[Pavan]

Curry ftw!

 

[blunomore]

not really.

not really what?

Explains why charo's are more intelligent then everyone else

/dons flame suit

I think you're confusing them with Chinese. I know some pretty dimwitted ones.

 

[SinghDude]

Is it not true that with most of these things, you have to consume the particular product in large quantities for it to have any effect ?

And furthermore, the title is quite misleading. Our common interpretation of "curry" is an Indian dish with a gravy, which may or may not contain turmeric - not all curries do.

Also Blu, i know that most curries should contain tumeric to colour and flavour as well

 

[SinghDude]

not really what?



I think you're confusing them with Chinese. I know some pretty dimwitted ones.

+ yeah some Indians are an embarrassment to say the least....

 

[oldBastard]

Mmmmm.....curry

 

[ShaunSA]

Eish you okes making me hungry now!

 

[Gavin1205]

not really what?



I think you're confusing them with Chinese. I know some pretty dimwitted ones.

Doesn't every race/nationality have some of those "special" few???

 

[SinghDude]

Is it not true that with most of these things, you have to consume the particular product in large quantities for it to have any effect ?

And furthermore, the title is quite misleading. Our common interpretation of "curry" is an Indian dish with a gravy, which may or may not contain turmeric - not all curries do.

And anything in excess when it comes to help is obviously not good.

 

[SinghDude]

Doesn't every race/nationality have some of those "special" few???

Dont want to sound racist, but certain races....erm the "special few " are the smart one's and the majority are thick. Scientists have actually done experiments to calculate I.Q's and the proof is damning to say the least....

No surprises that Asians came out on top.

 

[SinghDude]

Article headline is stupid, turmeric is not curry.
It's not used in all curry, and it's used in other foods that are not curry.

Tumeric is a spice ,period. Whether the cook utilises it in curries or not is dependent cook.

And most curries should contain spices.

 

[blunomore]

Also Blu, i know that most curries should contain tumeric to colour and flavour as well

I agree ... and I love the colour it gives a dish!

 

[Kornhub]

My mum adds it to all our stews and other things...she also loves cumin.