8th World Kidney Congress

Turmeric has been utilized in traditional eastern medicine for its medicinal properties for a long time. Turmeric's major bioactive component, curcumin, is an anti-inflammatory antioxidant with significant antioxidant effects. While turmeric and curcumin are typically safe to ingest, there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Large amounts can harm your kidneys, which is one of the hazards. This is because too much curcumin can drastically raise urinary oxalate levels in the body, raising the risk of kidney stone development. What are turmeric's drawbacks? There are a number of other hazards associated with consuming too much curcumin, including: ·          Upset stomach, acid reflux, diarrhea, dizziness, and headaches are some of the mild adverse effects. ·          If you have a bleeding condition, turmeric should be avoided because it thins the blood. ·          Blood thinners, antidepressants , antibiotics, antihistamines, cardiac medicines, and chemothe