Colon cancer cells in lab modelResearchers studied a line of colon cancer cells in a laboratory model. An ingredient found in turmeric, which is present in spicy curry dishes, may play an important role in treating colon cancer, researchers including one of Indian-origin have found in a new study. “The combination of phytochemicals inhibited colon cancer cells from multiplying and spreading. Mr. Ezekiel saw promise in using the phytochemicals to help prevent colon cancer, which frequently is caused by lifestyle factors, such as diet. The combination of two plant compounds that have medicinal properties — curcumin and silymarin — holds promise in treating colon cancer, researchers from Saint Louis University in the United States have said.

Source: The Hindu July 23, 2016 09:22 UTC