SupplementsSpecialtyTurmeric
Turmeric
as curcumin, with black pepper extract
The golden spice, concentrated. Most of what you swallow never reaches your blood, which is why this one comes with black pepper.
- Builds up
- Weeks
- In your body
- Short
- Per 1 capsule
- 2 ingredients
- 30-day supply
- $12.00One capsule a day, plus packing and delivery
What is turmeric?
Turmeric is a root in the ginger family. Curcumin is its best-studied compound.
Ours is Curcumin C3 Complex with BioPerine, a black pepper extract added to help absorption.
Turmeric itself is only about 3% curcumin, which is why supplements use a concentrated extract. It's what gives curry its color.
What it does
- JointsSupports joint comfort and mobility.
- Inflammatory responseHelps maintain a healthy inflammatory response.
- AntioxidantProvides antioxidant support.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
What people take it for
Some evidence
Mixed
Early daysHow long it takes
Think weeks, not days. Most studies run from several weeks to a few months.
- HoursVery little reaches your blood
- WeeksWhen people start to notice a difference
- MonthsAs far as most studies went
How long it stays in your body
Your body absorbs very little curcumin and clears it fast. That's why ours comes with black pepper.
What's in a capsule
One capsule holds 700 mg of Curcumin C3 Complex and 5 mg of BioPerine.
Why black pepper, and the catch
Black pepper raises how much curcumin reaches your blood by a lot, and how it compares with other forms is in the full guide.
There's a catch. It can slow down how you clear medicines too, and better-absorbed turmeric has been linked to rare liver problems. Ours contains black pepper, so it's worth knowing the signs below.
What it interacts with
- Blood thinners and antiplatelet medicinesIt may make bleeding more likely.
- Diabetes medicinesIt may lower blood sugar further.
- Medicines in generalBlack pepper extract can change how fast your body clears many drugs.
- IronIt may reduce how much iron you absorb, which matters if yours is low.
Goes well with
- PiperineAlready in this capsule, so you don't need it twice.
- Vegan OmegaBoth appear in joint and skin routines.
Side effects
- Stomach upset and loose stools.
- Rarely, liver problems. Stop and call your doctor if you notice yellow skin or eyes, or dark urine.
Check first if
- Pregnancy: turmeric supplements may be unsafe.
- Liver or gallbladder problems: talk to your doctor first.
- Before surgery: tell your care team.
The blood tests that go with it
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Questions
What is turmeric good for?
Mostly joint comfort and inflammation.
Can turmeric damage your liver?
Rarely, yes, mostly with better-absorbed products. Stop and call your doctor if you notice yellow skin or eyes, or dark urine.
How long does turmeric take to work?
Think weeks, not days. Most studies run from several weeks to a few months.
Is cooking with turmeric the same?
No. Food has far less curcumin, and it's perfectly safe to cook with.
What's the difference between turmeric and curcumin?
Turmeric is the whole spice. Curcumin is the main active compound inside it, and most supplements concentrate it.
Can I take turmeric every day?
Many people do. Keep an eye out for the liver signs above, and talk to your doctor if you take other medicines or have liver or gallbladder problems.
Does turmeric help with joint pain?
It's the main reason people take it, and studies on sore knees look encouraging. It won't replace seeing someone about ongoing pain.
Sources
- NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Turmeric.
- Shoba G et al. Influence of piperine on the pharmacokinetics of curcumin in animals and human volunteers. Planta Med, 1998.
- Anand P et al. Bioavailability of curcumin: problems and promises. Mol Pharm, 2007.
- Halegoua-DeMarzio D et al. Liver injury associated with turmeric: a growing problem. Am J Med, 2023.
Written by LifeFrom from these sources, and not yet reviewed by a clinician. Talk to your doctor before starting a supplement.
