🟡 Herbs · Strong evidence
Turmeric / Curcumin
Anti-inflammatory · joint pain · brain · antioxidant. People take it for:
- Powerful anti-inflammatory (COX-2 inhibitor)
- Joint pain and arthritis relief
- Neuroprotection and brain health
- Antioxidant
- Liver protection
- Digestive health
Why it works
Curcumin is the active compound in turmeric with powerful anti-inflammatory effects comparable to some NSAIDs. Poor bioavailability alone — always use with piperine (black pepper) or phospholipid forms.
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How to take Turmeric / Curcumin
Best time to take
With largest meal containing fat; always with piperine
Suggested dose
500–1,500mg curcumin with 20mg piperine daily
Side effects and risks
- Poor absorption without piperine or lecithin
- May increase bleeding risk at high doses
- May interact with blood thinners and some medications
- Avoid high doses in gallbladder disease
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