TURMERIC MAY HELP STROKES AND TURNED INTO A DRUG

A new drug derived from a component of the spice turmeric could protect brain cells in the event of a cerebral haemorrhage (stroke) and even help them to recover after an attack.

Curcumin is a chemical found in turmeric, a golden-coloured spice used in curries and other dishes. It has previously been studied as a possible treatment for brain injury and disease, but until now it has suffered from a number of drawbacks. For instance the body absorbs it too slowly to be effective in the case of a stoke attack, and it does not reach the affected areas in sufficient quantities provide any benefit. Also the body's own defence mechanisms prevent it from getting to the brain where it is needed.

Now scientists at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles have derived a new compound from curcumin which laboratory experiments have shown can affect mechanisms that protect and help regenerate brain cells after stroke.

At present cerebral haemorrhage (stroke) is typically treated with a "clot busting" drug which when injected will dissolve any blood clots, allowing blood to flow back to the brain. It is this blockage by blood clots, causing deprivation to the brain, that results in damage after stroke. If the drug is administered quickly enough after the stroke, the harm may be reduced.

The new curcumin-hybrid compound—CNB-001—does not attack clots but instead repairs stroke damage at the molecular level that feed and support the all-important brain cells, neurons.

Lead scientist Paul A. Lapchak commented that "CNB-001 has many of the same benefits of curcumin but appears to be a better choice of compound for acute stroke because it crosses the blood-brain barrier, is quickly distributed in the brain, and moderates several critical mechanisms involved in neuronal survival."

When brain tissue is deprived of blood and oxygen, a cascading series of interrelated events triggers at the molecular level, breaking down the normal electrical and chemical "signaling pathways" responsible for nourishing and supporting neurons. The environment quickly becomes toxic, killing brain cells and destroying their support structures.

To treat this effect a range of different drugs will be needed. The new drug affects four of these pathways, repairing them and thus preventing long-term damage. In the experiments the drug reduced stroke-caused "motor deficits"—problems of muscle and movement control— and the outcome suggests this would be effective up to three hours after a stroke, which is the same time frame in which clot busting drugs can be used.

The study results were presented at the 2011 American Heart Association International Stroke Conference in Los Angeles.

ALL OF THAT RESEARCH AND MILLIONS OF DOLLARS SPENT WHEN THE SPICE ALONE CAN CURE MANY THINGS.

HOWEVER THE DRUG PEDDLERS CANNOT PATENT A SPICE, SO THEY HAVE TO ISOLATE THE PART THEY WANT AND THEN ALTER IT SLIGHTLY, SO THEY CAN MAKE BILLIONS.

Dr Hulda Clark recommended Turmeric years ago and the Spice has been known to have MANY curative abilities over centuries.

Here is a list of the conditions Turmeric can be used for:

Digestive Disorders Turmeric is considered as a digestive bitter and a carminative. It can be added into foods including rice and bean dishes to improve digestion, reduce gas and bloating. It is a cholagogue, stimulating bile production in the liver and encouraging excretion of bile via the gallbladder. This improves the body's ability to digest fats. For chronic digestive weakness and/or congestion turmeric is recommended. It can be taken as a single extract or in the form of digestive bitters, which combine turmeric with other bitter and carminative herbs. Turmeric is beneficial for people who feel tired after consuming meals or who experience gas and bloating. Whatever way turmeric is consumed it is beneficial to both the digestive system and the liver.

Liver Diseases Turmeric is beneficial for its influence on the liver. In spring more consumption of herbs and foods can strengthen the liver. Turmeric shares similar liver protectant compounds that milk thistle and artichoke leaves contain. It is said to shrink engorged hepatic ducts, so it can be useful to treat liver conditions such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, and jaundice.

Cancer Recent scientific research confirm that turmeric can cure host of diseases, also they found that turmeric restrain the growth of various types of cancer. Turmeric is used for the treatment of skin cancer or pre cancerous skin conditions. Both topical and internal uses are beneficial.

Atherosclerosis Turmeric may helpful in preventing the blockage of arteries that can gradually cause a heart attack or stroke in one of two ways. Turmeric makes cholesterol levels low and inhibited the oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol). Oxidized LDL deposits in the walls of blood vessels and contributes to the formation of atherosclerotic plaque. Turmeric may also prevent platelet build up along the walls of an injured blood vessel. Platelets collecting at the site of a damaged blood vessel cause blood clots to form and blockage of the artery as well.

Osteoarthritis Turmeric may help relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis because of its ability to reduce pain and disability.

Menstrual problems of Woman For women who experience monthly menstrual cramps, try using turmeric extract or bitters twice daily for two weeks prior to expected menstruation. Turmeric is an antispasmodic to smooth muscles so it reduces digestive and menstrual cramping. It should reduce the severity of pain, if not ease them completely. Certainly, diet and standard of living have a reflective influence on the menstrual cycle, but turmeric is a great addition.

Bacterial Infection / Wounds Turmeric is useful as an external antibiotic in preventing bacterial infection in wounds.

Eye Disorder Curcumin may prove to be as effective as corticosteroids in the uveitis (inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye between the sclera - white outer coat of the eye and the retina.

These Natural products should be consumed as they were created and not synthesised in a lab.


Good Health to you


David