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Turmeric has been a healing remedy in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It comes from the rhizome (root) of the Curcuma longa plant and has a warm, earthy flavor. Turmeric's active compound, curcumin, is a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant with many health benefits, from soothing joint pain to enhancing digestion and immunity. 1. Arthritis (Joint Pain) Arthritis is a broad term that describes over 100 conditions that cause joint inflammation, pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, typically develops due to age-related "wear and tear." Other types, like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic...

Paris - French President Jacques Chirac declared himself in good shape as he left a military hospital after seven days, but took doctors' advice by dropping plans to attend next week's United Nations summit of world leaders and also postponed a planned trip to Egypt. The 72-year-old leader's place will be taken at the United Nations by Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin, his office announced on Friday. Villepin was roundly applauded at the United Nations for his 2003 speech against the invasion of Iraq. Chirac was hospitalised on September 2 after suffering a "small vascular accident" that impaired vision in...

Tumor-Starving Protein Identified By Karen Pallarito HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, June 18 (HealthDayNews) -- Researchers in Colorado say they have identified a protein that thwarts the growth of new blood vessels that feed and enlarge tumors. The protein, called fibulin-5, occurs naturally in the body, but researchers say a slightly altered version proved even more effective in arresting blood vessel growth. The protein works by choking off the nutrient and oxygen supply to tumors, preventing the cancer from growing and spreading to other parts of the body. Researchers believe it could one day be developed as a drug to treat cancer...