Nutrient Database

Turmeric

herbal

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General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

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Overview

Golden spice containing curcumin and other curcuminoids.

Interactions

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Piperine boosts Turmeric

Curcuminoids in turmeric undergo rapid hepatic glucuronidation. Piperine from black pepper inhibits UGT enzymes responsible for this conjugation, dramatically increasing systemic curcuminoid availability.

Expert consensus: Strong

Bioavailability enhanced with piperine or fat.

Turmeric — Stackwell