Turmeric oleoresin is the extract of turmeric; it a powder from the root of the Curcuma plant. It is added to food items as a coloring agent & spice. It has anti-parasitic properties. It provides deep skin penetration & is essential for inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis and leukotriene synthesis.
Extraction :
It is extracted by solvent extraction process
Uses :
- It is used as a coloring agent.
- It is used in fever, depression, high cholesterol, and liver disease & itching.
- It is used in medicines.
- It is beneficial in cholesterol.
- It is used as an enema for people with inflammatory bowel disease.
Precautions :
Pregnant & breastfeeding women should avoid it.