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@article{188127,
        author = {Akash Sunil Gangurde and GARAD R. S. and DR. V. A. KASHID and Shubham Sharad Bhalerao and More Yogesh Balasaheb},
        title = {TURMERIC- A NATURAL ALTERNATIVE FOR FUNGAL CONTROL},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {933-940},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188127},
        abstract = {The bioactive curcumin in turmeric is a natural compound, possessing high potential for antifungal activity against fungal infections that have become resistant to drug therapy. This is the multi-talented action of curcumin: Curcumin acts like a superhero; it attacks the fungi from many different avenues-it degrades the cell wall of the fungi, prevents the production of one of its major building blocks, and interferes with their energy production system. Due to this multi-faceted attack, it would be very difficult for fungi to develop resistance. The biggest drawback, however, remains that natural curcumin is not well absorbed in the body. So, scientists are working on making curcumin more water-soluble by using small carriers, such as nanoparticles, that can increase its delivery to the inflammation site. Development of new formulations and combination with other existing drugs, therefore, is an alternative approach in order to bring this natural champion out of the laboratory into clinical use against serious infectsions.},
        keywords = {Turmeric, Curcuma Longa, Fungal, Antifungal},
        month = {December},
        }