Curcumin, a yellow-orange substance that is extracted from the spice turmeric (Curcuma
longa, Zinziberaceae), has been attributed with a wide range of pharmacological activities
for the prevention and treatment of several disease conditions such as arthritis,
hypertension, diabetes, Alzheimer's, antibacterial and cancer to name a few. However, its
potential for use as an orally delivered medicinal product is hindered by its poor solubility
and bioavailability. The low oral bioavailability of curcumin is caused by several factors …