Turmeric, and more specifically curcumin, the main active compound in turmeric, is renowned for its multiple health benefits. It acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, helps regulate glucose levels and improves mental well-being, making it a key supplement for promoting health at different stages of life.
Metabolic health and weight control
Curcumin helps reduce body mass index and waist circumference, key factors in abdominal obesity. It improves insulin sensitivity, reduces blood glucose and levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, supporting the prevention of metabolic complications.
Reduction of depression and anxiety
Studies show that curcumin can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improving emotional well-being.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
Curcumin combats oxidative stress and chronic inflammation by reducing important inflammatory markers and supporting the immune system, making it useful for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Joint and bone health
Finally, curcumin is well known for being highly effective in reducing inflammation and joint pain, especially in cases of arthritis. Combined with vitamin D, it improves bone health and helps prevent osteoporosis.
Transform your health
Check the benefits with the Protection Pack.
References
1. Jabczyk M, Nowak J, Hudzik B, et al. Curcumin in Metabolic Health and Disease. Nutrients . 2021; 13(12):4440. doi:10.3390/nu13124440.
2. Panknin TM, Howe CL, Hauer M, et al. Curcumin Supplementation and Human Disease: A Scoping Review of Clinical Trials. Int J Mol Sci . 2023; 24(5):4476. doi:10.3390/ijms24054476.
3. Fusar-Poli L, Vozza L, Gabbiadini A, et al. Curcumin for depression: a meta-analysis. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2020; 60(15):2643-2653. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2019.1653260.
4. Gorabi AM, Abbasifard M, Imani D, et al. Effect of curcumin on C-reactive protein as a biomarker of systemic inflammation: An updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Phytother Res . 2022; 36(1):85-97. doi:10.1002/ptr.7284.
5. Dehzad MJ, Ghalandari H, Nouri M, et al. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin/turmeric supplementation in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Cytokine . 2023; 164:156144. doi: 10.1016/j.cyto.2023.156144.
