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Researchers Defang Deadly Hospital Superbugs Using a Pinch of Turmeric

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A new study evaluated a low-cost yet effective way to combat bacterial resistance using curcuminthe natural yellow plant compound in turmeric.

Researchers at Texas A&M University have shown that curcumin, the compound that gives turmeric its characteristic bright yellow color, can be used to reduce this antibiotic resistance.

They demonstrated that this process reduces the number of antibiotic-resistant strains.