Many people believe turmeric helps maintain better cartilage health and keeps knees pain-free. Considering that social media reels also hint at the same, we decided to ask an orthopaedic expert whether there is any truth to this claim.

Turmeric, and especially its active constituent, curcumin, has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions. However, it does not regenerate or repair the cartilage but reduces inflammation in joints, which may often be the prime cause of pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis, contended Dr Sarang Deshpande, consultant orthopaedics and joint replacement, KIMS Hospitals, Thane.

Thus, while turmeric may not reverse wear and tear of the cartilage, “it can most certainly halt further degeneration and relieve discomfort when used in conjuncti

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