Source: Curcumin Review (Hewlings 2017) — 500–1,000 mg/day of curcuminoids with piperine for bioavailability/anti-inflammatory effect.
The active anti-inflammatory polyphenol in turmeric.
Inhibits inflammatory signaling pathways such as NF-κB.
Safe, but poorly absorbed — needs black pepper (piperine) or a special formulation to work. Mild GI upset and blood-thinning at high doses.
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