White Turmeric: Potential Antioxidant, Digestive, and Skin Health Applications
- 29 Sep 2026 08:20 WIB
- Voice of Indonesia
RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - White turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria) is an Indonesian medicinal rhizome that has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for digestive support, body maintenance, and women’s health. This plant contains bioactive compounds including curcuminoids, sesquiterpenes, essential oils, and flavonoids that contribute to its biological activities.
According to research published in the journal Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Curcuma zedoaria contains volatile compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential. The study highlighted that the essential oil fraction plays an important role in the plant’s pharmacological properties.
One of the primary areas of research involving white turmeric is digestive health. Traditional medicine systems have used this plant to support gastrointestinal function, while laboratory studies suggest that its compounds may influence inflammatory responses associated with digestive disorders.
White turmeric has also gained attention for its antioxidant properties. Phenolic compounds within the rhizome can help neutralize free radicals, making it a potential candidate for development as a natural ingredient in health supplements and skincare products.
In cosmetic research, extracts from Curcuma zedoaria are being investigated because antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds may support skin protection. These properties have encouraged exploration of white turmeric as a botanical ingredient for formulations targeting skin health.
Although white turmeric has a long histo
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