There have been preliminary studies on intravenous turmeric in combination with conventional chemotherapy, but no firm conclusions can be drawn. Naturopathic doctors frequently offer treatments that have not been fully vetted for safety or effectiveness, and many therapies used in naturopathic practice have been disproved by rigorous trials. Kelly and the other naturopathic doctors advertising intravenous turmeric did not respond to interview requests for this article. Naturopathic doctors across California advertise intravenous therapies with dangerous substances, including hydrogen peroxide, ultraviolet light and ozone gas. Physicians in other states have faced similar disciplinary actions for giving intravenous hydrogen peroxide.

Source: Forbes March 27, 2017 19:41 UTC