Curcumin: the Herb that Alleviates Pain Better than Drugs

Here’s some exciting news for pain sufferers: research shows that an herbal extract is more effective than acetaminophen (Tylenol) or nimesulide—a potent prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) at alleviating pain.

Reported in the Journal of Pain Research, researchers found that curcumin, one of the active ingredients in the curry spice turmeric, demonstrates potent pain-relieving effects. It even performs better than pain-relieving drugs, including: 1000 mg of acetaminophen or 100 mg of nimesulide. Curcumin’s analgesic effects last longer than the drugs. This new study shows that not only is curcumin an effective pain-relieving natural remedy, it …read more