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September 10, 2025International Journal of Education Modern Management Applied Science & Social Science

Antimicrobial Activity of Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Against Gram-Negative Bacteria: An in Vitro Study

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LYLata YadavASAarti Sharma

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Overview

This in vitro analysis demonstrates turmeric's antimicrobial potential against gram-negative bacteria, suggesting a new alternative. The results indicate promising activity against common pathogens.

Key Points

  • The in vitro study shows turmeric extract significantly inhibits gram-negative bacteria, especially E. coli.
  • Maximum inhibition was observed at 22 mm against E. coli, followed by K. pneumoniae (18 mm) and S. enterica (16 mm).
  • Using the agar well diffusion method, the study confirmed the presence of curcumin and other phytochemicals contributing to turmeric's antibacterial properties.
  • These findings highlight the potential of turmeric as a natural antimicrobial agent against multidrug-resistant bacteria.

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Yadav et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1a5e554b1d3bfb60df115https://doi.org/10.62823/ijemmasss/7.2(iii).7811
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