Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
For the health condition: Diarrhea

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, for a variety of gastrointestinal disorders, including diarrhea. In these traditions, turmeric is valued for its purported anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and astringent properties, all of which are believed to help in controlling loose stools and soothing the digestive tract.

Scientific validation for turmeric’s use specifically in treating diarrhea is limited. Most modern research on turmeric focuses on its active compound, curcumin, and its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. While a few animal studies suggest that curcumin may help reduce gut inflammation or inhibit certain pathogens that can cause diarrhea, robust clinical trials in humans for this indication are lacking. Some studies have shown mild improvement in symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, which can include diarrhea, but these effects are not strong enough to recommend turmeric as a primary or stand-alone therapy for diarrhea in conventional medicine.

In summary, turmeric’s use for diarrhea is primarily rooted in traditional practices, with some weak scientific rationale based on its general gastrointestinal and anti-inflammatory effects. However, evidence from well-designed human studies is insufficient, so its use should be considered complementary and not a replacement for evidence-based medical treatment in cases of acute or severe diarrhea.

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2'-Fucosyllactose
cutch
activated charcoal
allspice
green chiretta
annatto
anthocyanins
apple
bacillus clausii
bacillus coagulans
bacillus subtilis
bamboo
barberry
basil
myrobalan
berry flavor
betel
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bilberry
bio ecolian (proprietary)
black cumin
black currant
black pepper
blackberry
blueberry
rice
burdock
bасора
carrot
catechins
chamomile
cinnamon
clove
coating
coconut milk
colostrum
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
dog rose
elderberry
fennel
fiber blend (proprietary)
forsythia
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
garlic bulb
ginger
gooseberry
greek mountain tea
green banana
green tea
guar gum
heartwood
Indian gum arabic tree
Indian tinospora
honeysuckle
Japanese sophora
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-glutamine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus fermentum
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus lactis
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactobacillus salivarius
lactococcus lactis
lactoferrin
lovage
mangosteen
microbial enzymes (proprietary)
moringa
mustard seed
nettle
spruce
oregano
oregon grape
pear
pectin
phellodendron amurense
phenolic acids
plantain
plum fruit
pomegranate
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
butyric acid
psyllium
raspberry
rhubarb root
saccharomyces boulardii
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
sphaeranthus indicus
streptococcus thermophilus
thyme
triphala
vitamin A
mulberry
xylooligosaccharides
zinc
bentonite
squawvine
chickweed
oryza
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
atractylodes
papaya
Indian bael
neem tree
nut grass
alpinia galangal
clerodendrum indicum
ferula assafoetida
anise
pistacia integerrima gall
punarnava
holarrhena antidysenterica
paederia foetida
tinospora cordifolia
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
swertia
chaff flower
boxthorne
yarrow
prickly ash
morus
lemongrass
myrrh
siler root
flowering quince
dogwood
dodder
fern
sweet flag
hyacinth bean
sweetgums
lotus seed
morinda
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
sheep's sorrel
polyphenols
fulvic acid
aster root
shepherd's purse
peach
noni
paw paw
white oak
algae
indigo leaves
cayenne pepper
soursop
geranium
Ash
Avens
Apple Cider Vinegar
Agastache
Aquilegia viridiflora
Ardisia
Angelica
acacia
Agave
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Anamu
Abrus
Alchornea
Amomum
Albizia
Alchemilla
Asafoetida
Ajuga
Aucubin
Andrographolide
Anserina
Aerva lanata
American Liverleaf
Appleblossom Cassia
Aquilegia formosa
Asam gelugor
Arrowroot
Areca
Andrographis
Adzuki bean
Alsonia scholaris
Agrimonia pilosa
Asteracea
Abuta
Amor seco
Arani
Arisaema
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Bifidobacterium
Buttermilk
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Bai Ji
Baliospermum
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
bergenin
Bicarbonate
Blepharis
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Belleric myrobalan
Blackbrush
Bistort
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Berberis (unspecified)
Big Quaking Grass
Bitter Grass
Bougainvillea
Bee hive
Bael
Basidiomycota
berry
Bacillus licheniformis
Baccharoides anthelmintica
Banyan
Bur-Reed
Bifidobacterium animalis
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Bacteria
Black root
banana
Baobab
Bifidobacteria
Bacillus
Bassia scoparia
Belamcanda
Bergenia
Bignay
Boerhavia diffusa
Borneol
Cumin
Coconut
Chinese Silkvine
Calendula
Casearia esculenta
Cinnamomum
Calotropis gigantea
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Cloudberry
Cucurbita
coconut oil
Combretum quadrangulare
Clerodendrum phlomidis
Cactus
Carvacrol
Cinquefoil
Cyathula
Citron
Curcuminoid
Carry Me Seed
Citrus
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Chlorophytum
Curcumen
Catechu
Citral
Chenopodium
Colombo
Centipeda
Cistus
Corktree
Cubeb
Curcuma
Chirata
Cranesbill
Chaenomeles lagenaria
Cherimoya
Clostridium butyricum
Coin-leaf desmodium
Cosmos
Cynodon dactylon
Cassava
Costus
Carthamus
Colocynth
Celosia
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
DIVI-DIVI
Dolichos
Deoxyandrographolides
David's Milkberry
Dichrostachys glomerata
European Elder
Empresstree
Eclipta
European Field Elm
Echinodorus
Elephant's Head
Embelia
Fig
Goldthread
Garlic
Galangal
Lotus
Little ironweed
Mallow
Metal Salt
Potato
Prickly Pear Cactus
Poppy
Quince
Rose
Rhubarb
Spikenard
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Sumac
Vervain
Wormseed

Other health conditions supported by turmeric

Abdominal Pain
Abrasions
Abscesses
Acid Indigestion
Acne
Adenitis
Afterbirth Pain
Age Spots
Aging (prevention)
Allergies (food)
Allergies (respiratory)
Alzheimer's Disease
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Arteriosclerosis
Arthritis
Asthma
Autoimmune Disorders
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bladder Infection
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Blood in Stool
Body Odor
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Bursitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Carbuncles
Cartilage Damage
Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)
Chest Pain
Chicken Pox
Cholera
Cholesterol (high)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Circulation (poor)
Circulation (to the brain)
Cirrhosis of the Liver
Cold Sores
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Colic (adults)
Colitis
Colon (atonic)
Colon (spastic)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Conjunctivitis
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Contagious Diseases
Convalescence
Convulsions
Corns
Cough (damp)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cradle Cap
Cramps (menstrual)
Cramps and Spasms
Crohn's Disease
Cuts
Cystic Breast Disease
Cysts
Dandruff
Debility
Dementia
Denture Sores
Depression
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diphtheria
Dislocation
Diverticulitis
Duodenal Ulcers
Dyspepsia
Edema
Endometriosis
Enteritis
Epstein Barr Virus
Eye Infections
Eye Problems
Eyes (red or itching)
Eyesight (poor)
Fat Metabolism (poor)
Fatigue
Fatty Liver Disease
Fever
Fibroids (uterine)
Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Fibrosis
Free Radical Damage
Fungal Infections
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gall Stones
Gangrene
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Giardia
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Glands (swollen lymph)
Glaucoma
Goiter
Gonorrhea
Gout
Halitosis
Hangover
Hashimoto's Disease
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Headache (tension)
Heart (weakness)
Heavy Metal Poisoning
Hemochromatosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
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Herpes
Impetigo
Indigestion
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Influenza
Injuries
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itching
Itching (rectal)
Jaundice (adults)
Jaundice (infants)
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Knees (weak)
Laryngitis
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leprosy
Lesions
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Lice
Ligaments (torn or injured)
Liver Detoxification
Lupus
Lyme Disease
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Lymphoma
Macular Degeneration
Malaria
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Measles
Melanoma
Memory and Brain Function
Mental Illness
Metabolic Syndrome
Migraine
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Muscular Dystrophy
Nephritis
Nerve Damage
Neuralgia and Neuritis
Oral Surgery
Ovarian Pain
Overacidity
Pain (general remedies for)
Paralysis
Parasites (general)
Pets (supplements for)
Phlebitis
Pleurisy
PMS Type P
PMS Type S
Pneumonia
Polyps
Psoriasis
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scabies
Scars / Scar Tissue
Sciatica
Scratches and Abrasions
Senility
Skin (infections)
Slivers
Snake Bite
Sprains
Staph Infections
Stiff Neck
Stye
Tendonitis