Curcumin and Turmeric Delay Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Cataract in Rats

The results indicate that turmeric and curcumin are effective against the development of diabetic cataract in rats. Further, these results imply that ingredients in the study's dietary sources, such as turmeric, may be explored for anticataractogenic agents that prevent or delay the development of cataract.