Could a new tool for diabetes treatment be hiding in your spice cabinet?

Curcumin, the compound that gives turmeric its striking yellow hue, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. A new study conducted in rats suggests it could also help ward off the cardiovascular damage caused by diabetes. Researchers will present their work this week at the 2026 American Physiology Summit in Minneapolis (APS 2026). The abstract is titled "Curcumin Rescues HSP70 Profile in Type 1 Diabetes and Mitigates Aortic Vascular Dysfunction."