Effects of water extract of Curcuma longa (L.) roots on immunity and telomerase function.
J Complement Integr Med
; 14(3)2017 May 12.
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Background Immunity and Longevity Methods A water extract of Curcuma longa (L.) [vern. Turmeric] roots (TurmericImmune™) standardized for a minimum 20â% of turmeric polysaccharides ukonan A, B, C and D was evaluated for its biological properties in in vitro tissue culture studies. Results The water extract of turmeric (TurP) exhibited induced-nitric oxide (NO) production in RAW264.7 macrophages. These results suggested the immunomodulatory effects of TurP. In addition, the polysaccharides up-regulated function of telomerase reverse transcriptase (TERT) equally to the phenolic compound from turmeric, curcumin. Conclusions The ukonan family of polysaccharides may assist in promoting cellular immune responses, tissue repair and lifespan by enhancing immune response and telomere function.
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Extractos Vegetales
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Regulación hacia Arriba
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Raíces de Plantas
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Telomerasa
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Hepatocitos
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Curcuma
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Macrófagos
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J Complement Integr Med
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2017
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