Insights from Nature

Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a golden-yellow spice used for centuries in traditional medicine, has drawn scientific attention for its hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) potential. Its primary compound, curcumin, exhibits powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and metabolic-regulating effects that help protect liver cells and support detox pathways. This article reviews the research and explains how turmeric may benefit liver health, as well as how to use it safely and effecti