Vol. 8 No. 5 (2023): September-October
Original Articles

HARNESSING CURCUMIN'S THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL IN CANCER TREATMENT"

Dr. Xin Li
Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, Shaanxi, 712000, China
Dr. Wei Zhang
Nanzheng District People's Hospital, Hanzhong, Shaanxi, 723100, China

Published 2023-09-21

Keywords

  • Curcumin, cancer therapy,
  • anti-tumor effects,
  • apoptosis,
  • signaling pathways,
  • angiogenesis,
  • chemosensitivity
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How to Cite

Xin, L., & Zhang, W. (2023). HARNESSING CURCUMIN’S THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL IN CANCER TREATMENT". American Journal of Medical and Physical Education, 8(5), 10–20. Retrieved from https://topjournals.org/index.php/AJMPE/article/view/660

Abstract

: Curcumin, a bioactive compound derived from various Zingiberaceae plants, has garnered increasing attention for its potential in cancer therapy. This review explores the multifaceted role of curcumin in cancer treatment, encompassing its anti-tumor effects, impact on apoptosis induction, regulation of signaling pathways, anti-angiogenic properties, and enhanced chemosensitivity. Beyond its medicinal applications, curcuminoids are also utilized as food pigments, making curcumin a versatile and cost-effective option with fewer adverse reactions compared to conventional Western medicine.