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Curcuminoids, the active compounds in turmeric (Curcuma longa), have been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for their anti-inflammatory properties. In the context of autoimmune disorders, modern scientific research has investigated the effects of curcumin (the principal curcuminoid) on immune modulation and inflammation. Several preclinical studies and a limited number of human clinical trials suggest that curcuminoids can modulate multiple inflammatory pathways, including the inhibition of NF-κB, cytokines (such as TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6), and enzymes like COX-2 and LOX. These mechanisms are relevant because excessive inflammation and immune dysregulation are hallmarks of many autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis.

Some small-scale clinical studies and meta-analyses have reported benefits of curcuminoids in reducing symptoms and inflammatory markers in autoimmune diseases, particularly rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis. However, the quality and size of these studies are variable, and issues such as poor bioavailability of curcumin limit the strength of clinical evidence. Systematic reviews generally conclude that while curcuminoids show promise as adjunctive therapy, more robust, large-scale clinical trials are needed to establish efficacy and safety. Overall, the use of curcuminoids in autoimmune disorders is supported by scientific rationale and preliminary evidence, but it is not yet a fully validated or standard treatment.

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