Curcumin is the main active compound found is turmeric (Curcuma longa). Turmeric is golden-yellow spice widely used in cooking across the world. It is also for its well-known medicinal properties and has wide application in Ayurvedic Medicine. It belongs to a group of plant-based chemicals called curcuminoids and is responsible for turmeric’s vibrant color and many of its health benefits.
Curcumin is a polyphenol with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric (Curcumin) is used in Ayurveda and Chinese medicines since centuries and proves extremely beneficial in digestion, wound healing, skin disorders, joint pain, and overall vitality.
Role of Curcumin in Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a type of haematological malignancy that begins in the lymphatic system, which plays a vital role in one’s immune system. Both Hodgkin lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma affect the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, and immune system
Modern research has highlighted the potential benefits of curcumin in lymphoma and adjuncts modern medicine treatment. Benefits of curcumin in lymphoma as follows:
A) Anti-Cancer Properties of Curcumin in Lymphoma
B) Immune-Boosting Properties of Curcumin in Lymphoma
C) Curcumin as Adjunct Therapy in Lymphoma
1) Curcumin act as a chemo-sensitizer and makes lymphoma cells responsive to chemotherapy.
2) Curcumin also acts as a radio-sensitizer and enhances the effects of radiation therapy.
3) It also reduces the side effects of chemotherapy like fatigue, nausea, liver and kidney toxicity.
Reference of Haridra or Haldi in Ayurveda
हरिद्रा कटुका तिक्ता रक्तपित्तकफापहा ।
कुष्ठविषकृमिज्वरकण्डूदौष्ट्र्यविनाशिनी ॥
व्रणशोथकृमिच्छर्दिश्वासकासविनाशिनी ।
कण्ठविकारनाशाय वर्त्यां तु परिकीर्तिता ॥
A) Haldi is useful in skin disorders and leprosy.
B) Haldi acts against poison and worms.
C) Haldi relieves fever, itching, inflammation, and swelling.
D) Haldi proves beneficial in asthma and cough.
E) Haldi helps to heals wound or ulcers.
Haridrakhanda Yoga as a good source of Curcumin in Lymphoma Patients
— भै.र. शीतपित
Haridra Khanda Yoga is prepared by first frying turmeric powder (Haridra) in cow’s ghee until it becomes slightly aromatic. Separately, milk and sugar are boiled together to form a syrup. The ghee-fried turmeric is then added to this syrup and cooked gently on a mild flame while stirring continuously.
Once the mixture cools a little, fine powders of Trikatu (Shunthi, Maricha, Pippali), Trijata (Ela, Tvak, Patra), Triphala (Haritaki, Vibhitaki, Amalaki), Trivrit, Musta, Vidanga, along with Lauha Bhasma, are mixed thoroughly. The mixture is then allowed to solidify into granular and lumpy form forming Khanda.
Curcumin Content in Haridra Khanda Yoga
Haridra Khanda Yoga contains curcumin and it is principal active compound in Haridra (Curcuma longa), which is its chief ingredient. Raw turmeric rhizome generally contains about 2–5% curcuminoids, with curcumin making up the major portion, usually around 3%. In the preparation of Haridra Khanda Yoga, turmeric is fried in ghee and mixed with milk, sugar, and other herbal powders, which dilutes the relative concentration of curcumin in the final formulation. As a result, the finished Haridra Khanda typically contains about 0.5–1.5% curcumin.
However, this lower percentage does not reduce its efficacy, because the combination with ghee and milk significantly enhances the absorption of curcumin, which is fat-soluble. Additionally, the presence of Trikatu and Trijata in the formulation further improves bioavailability. Thus, even though the curcumin content is somewhat reduced compared to raw turmeric, the formulation is specially designed to maximize its therapeutic action.
Role of Haridra Khanda Yoga in Lymphoma Patients
Haridra Khanda Yoga proves extremely beneficial in Lymphoma patients. It’s therapeutic actions in lymphoma as follows:
1) Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant: Haridra (Turmeric) reduces chronic inflammation and oxidative stress and so proves extremely beneficial in lymphoma patients.
1) 2) Immunomodulatory Action: Haridra Khanda Yoga helps to strengthens the immune system and so further proves beneficial in lymphoma patients.
3) Improved bioavailability: Trikatu and Trijata enhance absorption of curcumin and other actives.
4) Rasayana effect: Haridra Khanda Yoga help to promote rejuvenation, enhance immunity, and improve quality of life in lymphoma patients.
Dr. Ravi Gupta, Best Ayurvedic Doctor for treatment of Lymphoma
Dr. Ravi Gupta is a trusted Ayurvedic doctor who has been helping people with cancer illnesses through the healing power of Ayurveda. With more than 12 years of experience and dedicated work as an Ayurveda Cancer Consultant, he has become well-known for his holistic approach to cancer care, especially in the treatment of lymphoma.
What makes Dr. Ravi Gupta different is his caring and patient-focused approach. He believes every patient is unique and designs treatment plans that combine herbal medicine, Panchakarma detox therapies, Rasayana (rejuvenation) therapy, diet guidance, and lifestyle support. His goal is not only to treat the disease but also to improve the patient’s strength, immunity, and quality of life during and after treatment.
Patients from Mumbai, Surat, and across Gujarat trust him for his gentle yet effective Ayurvedic care. Under his guidance, many have experienced relief from side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, better energy, improved immunity, and a more positive outlook towards recovery.