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Alternative therapy
Curcumin (turmeric)
Supplements · Herbs
Tier CUse with cautionRating: 30/100
Important
Do not replace or delay standard cancer treatment with unproven therapies. Always consult your oncology team before starting anything new.
Summary
Curcumin is promoted for anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects, but evidence is insufficient to recommend it for cancer treatment.
Claims: Anti‑tumor, Supportive/adjunct
Evidence
Early studies exist, but evidence is inadequate to recommend curcumin as an adjunct cancer treatment.
Negative/neutral evidence: No proven cancer treatment benefit.
Evidence is limited and not definitive.
Safety & interactions
Reports of severe liver toxicity have occurred with some products.
Warnings
- • Product quality and dosing vary; contamination/adulteration is a concern.
Risks
- • Cases of liver toxicity have been reported.
Sources
Last reviewed: 2/19/2026 · Rating methodology