Did you know that a common spice could improve your memory? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. Turmeric a plant from the ginger family contains curcumin. Most people know it from its orangish color, but did you know that its has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. A new study showed that daily consumption of a certain form of curcumin improved memory and mood in people with mild, age-related memory loss. Researchers at UCLA looked at 40 adults ages of 50 and 90 years who had mild memory issues. Participants were randomly given either placebo or 90 milligrams of curcumin twice daily for 18 months. People taking curcumin improved by 28 percent on their memory tests. So, next time you are on the spice isle, pick up some turmeric and cook yourself to a better memory. This Stay Young Medical Minute has been brought to you by Executive Medicine of Texas, a leader in preventative and proactive health. Visit EMTexas.com to learn more or call 800-910-EXEC.
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