Best Answer: Mutagen: a substance that causes mutation, i.e. that causes changes in genes. Teratogen: Substance that deforms the fetus in the womb and so induces birth defects. Carcinogen: a substance that causes cancer. All of them give undesirable defects in human beings, the difference is obvious from the definitions.
Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is a powerful antioxidant. It helps to reduce and neutralize free radicals, which damage and destroy your cells and DNA.Curcumin also reduces two inflammation-promoting enzymes in your body and is therefore an effective anti-inflammatory agent.sing turmeric as a spice is a healthful practice, but taking its derivative curcumin as an herbal supplement will produce a more profound medicinal effect. As with all herbal supplements, talk to your health-care practitioner before supplementing with curcumin.
The curcumin found in turmeric is effective in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, known as IBD, including ulcerative colitis and 1961286323 Chron's Disease. Research shows the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric reduce the symptoms of these illnesses while protecting the intestinal wall.opular in medicine throughout the centuries for its soothing properties, turmeric was taken internally for relief of stomach upset, food poisoning and as a purifier for the blood. It was also used to treat: 1  Jaundice. 2  Flatulence.