Curcumin For Powerful Health Protection

March 5, 2008

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curcumin.jpgWouldn’t it be nice to have a spice that acted as a safe multipurpose drug?

Scientific researchers from around the world are studying curcumin (derived from the curry spice turmeric) for its effects in fighting . . . cancer, arthritis, diabetes, cataracts, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, cystic fibrosis, and reversing Alzheimer’s disease.  Curcumin even shows promise as a potential treatment for multiple sclerosis and skin disorders such as psoriasis and wounds, among many other things.

The downside is, however, that despite its benefits, in the past the effectiveness of oral supplementation of curcumin has been limited by poor absorption into the bloodstream through the digestive tract.  But according to Life Extension Magazine, scientists have recently discovered an advanced formulation which is more readily absorbed than other curcumin supplement products.  The new formulation is called BCM-95® and it is a registered trademark of Dolcas-Biotech, LLC.   Compared to standard curcumin supplements, the BCM-95® formulation delivers up to seven times more curcumin to the bloodstream, sooner, and it sticks around nearly twice as long, which should greatly enhance the benefits of curcumin.   

Is curcumin safe?

Turmeric has been safely consumed for thousands of years and it can be taken as a simple daily supplement.  There have been few reports of mild gastrointestinal distress, which can be minimized by eating food with the supplement.   Seems to me like a fair trade-off for the benefits it provides. 

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5 Responses to “Curcumin For Powerful Health Protection”

  1. healthranker.com on March 6th, 2008 4:15 am

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    Studies show that curcumin is powerful in fighting many illnesses, including cancer, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis….

  2. Tom on March 6th, 2008 7:55 am

    Curcumin has great potential. I have heard of a lot of research on curcumin and its benefits in fighting and preventing cancer. The potential to provide high absorption curcumin is extremely exciting.

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  4. Brayan on May 10th, 2008 6:33 pm

    Curcumin, the extract taken from turmeric can cure many common ailments. It has beneficial effect on, Cancer, Asthma, Alzheimer’s disease, Cholesterol, Allergies etc. Scientists also agreed its great usefulness for the above diseases. The antioxidant property of Curcumin also helps the body to fight against Colon related problems. Neurodegenerative diseases also for the problems related to cardiovascular system.

  5. ChefMD on May 29th, 2008 11:54 am

    I am interested in the question of improving curcumin absorption. I do know that it has great potential. For instance, in combination with quercetin, the falvonoid in onions, tea, and apples, curicumin seems to make a powerful treatment against colon cancer.
    One more thing, a curcumin-rich recipe to share http://www.chefmd.com/recipe_display.php?id=26

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