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Research team from BHU, BRARU, discovers sustainable way to enhance curcumin potency

Varanasi, Nov 3 (UNI) Researchers from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), in collaboration with B R Ambedkar Bihar University and Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, have achieved a breakthrough in the field of food science.
The research team has developed a novel, environmentally friendly method to enhance the potency of curcumin, an active natural compound in turmeric known for its research-proven potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
This pioneering work, published in the top Q1 international journal "Sustainable Food Technology" (IF 5.3) published by the Royal Society of Chemistry, UK, describes a protein-based coating system. This system is designed to significantly enhance the solubility, stability, and bioavailability of curcumin.
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