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Can turmeric affect the kidneys?

Turmeric contains oxalates and this can increase the risk of kidneys stones. “The consumption of supplemental doses of turmeric can significantly increase urinary oxalate levels, thereby increasing risk of kidney stone formation in susceptible individuals.”

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Supplements tend to lack good research support

While this is a very true statement there is more and more research being done on the effects of curcumin at the cellular level and in animals. What we are lacking are the human studies that show curcumin’s role in treating disease. Here is a summary by the Mayo Clinic related to cancer and curcumin. "Laboratory and animal research suggests that curcumin may prevent cancer, slow the spread of cancer, make chemotherapy more effective and protect healthy cells from damage by radiation therapy. Curcumin is being studied for use in many types of cancer. Studies of curcumin in people are still in the early stages." In the treatment of inflammation due to arthritis or reduction of cholesterol and triglycerides there are some great clinical studies that support the use of Curcumin in assisting in the treatment of these conditions. The labels of Turmeric supplements can have some strong language promising 'detoxifier', 'powerful antioxidant', 'supports digestive and heart health'. It is important to remember that these statements have little meaning in the context of health and disease. While not entirely untrue they need clarification and good research when using turmeric for a specific condition, symptom or disease. This is where your doctor can assist you with the bigger picture of your medical condition.

Taking supplements should not replace good medical care

Because of the safety of turmeric curcumin there is no reason not to try it. (Unless you have some of the conditions listed above related to safety.) A few questions to ask yourself while trying this or any supplement…

What are your goals with taking turmeric curcumin?

What do you expect to happen?

What can you measure to show that the turmeric is working?

If you have an idea of why you are taking turmeric then you can monitor your results. Want to have less pain with exercise? You should feel better when on turmeric and worse when you stop using it. Want to reduce your cholesterol? Check it before starting Curcumin and 3 months after to show that it is helping.

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What are the symptoms of first stage of prostate cancer?

If you have any of the following symptoms, be sure to see your doctor right away— Difficulty starting urination. Weak or interrupted flow of urine. Urinating often, especially at night. Trouble emptying the bladder completely. Pain or burning during urination. Blood in the urine or semen. More items...

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If you have any symptoms that worry you, be sure to see your doctor right away. They may be caused by conditions other than prostate cancer. Different people have different symptoms for prostate cancer. Some men do not have symptoms at all. If you have any of the following symptoms, be sure to see your doctor right away—

Difficulty starting urination.

Weak or interrupted flow of urine.

Urinating often, especially at night.

Trouble emptying the bladder completely.

Pain or burning during urination.

Blood in the urine or semen.

Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis that doesn’t go away.

Painful ejaculation.

Keep in mind that these symptoms may be caused by conditions other than prostate cancer.

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