Curcumin and Depression
An Analysis of Curcumin and Depression
The disease of depression in the husband has been disturbing the mind for a long time. Looking at curcumin now, its effect on depression is worth studying.
Curcumin is extracted from the essence of herbs. All kinds of research have gradually come to light, and it may have unique effects on the tone of human emotions. The causes of depression are complex and multi-faceted, and the channels of neurotransmitters, the disturbance of inflammatory syndromes, and the harm of oxidative stress are all the reasons. And curcumin seems to be able to treat in multiple ways.
In neurotransmitters, curcumin may promote their balance. Serotonin, dopamine, etc., are essential for emotional regulation. Curcumin seems to increase its secretion, regulate its transport, make nerve conduction smooth, and relieve depression.
Those with inflammatory syndrome are also those who help depression. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties, which can inhibit inflammatory syndrome factors in the body, quell the fire of inflammation, and make the micro-environment in the brain peaceful, so as to facilitate emotional peace.
Furthermore, oxidative stress damages nerve cells and aggravates depression. Curcumin is rich in antioxidant power, can clear free radicals, protect the integrity of nerve cells, and maintain their normal ability.
However, curcumin is used in the treatment of depression. Although the dawn has begun, there is still much to be done. The dose and course of treatment for clinical application still need to be investigated in detail. And under individual differences, the effect may vary.
In summary, curcumin in the study of depression has promising prospects. However, in order to make a good policy, colleagues in the academic community still need to collect extensive data and conduct in-depth research, in order to find a better treatment for depression patients.