The ingestion of turmeric leads to an increase in the flow of bile, which is due to the contained essential oil and curcuminoids. However, it is probably not the curcuminoids themselves that are responsible for promoting bile flow, but the cinnamic acid components released from them in the gastrointestinal tract.
Furthermore, curcuminoids have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, and liver-protective properties. According to recent experimental studies, turmeric also inhibits the growth of certain tumors.
Turmeric: possible side effects
In isolated cases, gastrointestinal discomfort, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea have been observed when taking turmeric. Currently, there are no known interactions with other agents.
