CURCUMIN vs Turmeric — Absorption & Bio-Availability

Posted: October 02, 2020

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Curcumin vs Turmeric

Curcumin is extracted from Turmeric root and is the main active ingredient which provides all its benefits. Curucmin is 30X more concentrated than Turmeric powder. If the label says 1000mg Turmeric Curucmin check the ingredients (e.g. Turmeric Powder 800mg + Curcumin 200mg(95%curucminoids) with total curcumin approx. 230 mg . Check label before buying. Physician Naturals uses only 100% Pure Curcumin.

What is serving size vs actual Curcumin content in Each Cap

Almost all brands with the exception of a few declare 1500mg or 1200mg or 900 mg on the label, but they are actually (3 caps of 500mg or 2caps of 600mg or 2caps of 450mg) which probably includes upto 90% turmeric powder (see comparison table inside). At Physician Naturals, 1000mg means 1000mg of 100% pure curcumin in each cap. NO Turmeric Powder or Fillers.

Misleading 20X, 50X 200X Absorption-Bioavailability Claims

Spectroscopic estimation of Curcumin in feces is unscientific method to determine bioavailability which includes inactive Phase II metabolites of Curcumin with no biological significance. All the metabolites of Curcumin are not alike and hence increasing the bioavailability of phase II metabolites is not of any biological significance as we see in many of the leading formulations. Clinical studies showed that Curcumin C3 with Bioperine had the highest bioavailability up to 600X more than regular 95% curcuminoids.

How does Bioperine Increase Curcumin Absorption?

In clinical studies, it was found that BioPerine® can increase the bioavailability of curcuminoids by 20 fold. This increase was measured for the Curcumin itself and not for its inactive phase II metabolites.

Myth about Turmeric Oil

Turmeric essential oil has not been proven to be safe for humans, and a study by Prof. Janet Funk clearly showed that Turmeric oil has a detrimental effect on the protective actions of Curcuminoids.

Curucmin C3 Complex is a patented and the most clinically evaluated “bioprotectant” composition of three main chemical compounds Curcumin, Demethoxycurcumin and Bisdemethoxycurcumin collectively known as Curcuminoids, standardized for min 95% curcuminoids.

Inflammation: Nuclear Factor Kappa B (NF-Kappa B) is the primary means by which inflammation is adjusted. NF-kB activation is a major mediator of inflammation in most diseases and inhibition of NF-kB can help prevent/delay onset of the disease. Curcuminoids natural compounds derived from turmeric roots inhibit NF-kB

Anti-Cancer: Curcuminoids act by inhibiting several processes that contribute to the survival, proliferation, invasion and metastasis of tumor cells. Curcuminoids act by interfering with signaling mechanisms(critical for tumor growth),regulation of apoptosis(cell death) and tumor angiogenesis(new blood vessel formation which feeds tumors)

Curcumin Tablets | Organic Turmeric Powder

CURCUMIN C3 COMPLEX ®

THE WHOLE PICTURE & THE WHOLE TRUTH

Launched in 1992; granted multiple US and International patents in the following years.
First standardized curcuminoids ingredient to receive a “no questions” letter by US FDA (2013) for GRAS notification. Self-affirmed GRAS status obtained in 2009.
Most clinically studied curcumin brand. More than 70 clinical studies and over 150 research papers published, plus the greatest number of clinical trials registered at clinicaltrials.gov.
Meets regulatory requirements across multiple international jurisdictions (AU, CA, CN, EU, IN, JP, NZ, US). Health claim "Helps support serum triglyceride levels" approved by Health Canada in 2016.
Science team behind C3 Complex recognized in 2008 by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) for supporting the development of the turmeric extract monograph and providing the validated analytical method and reference standards for curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin Confirmed safety record in six clinical studies, with doses up to 12 g/day.
Catalyst for transforming the turmeric supply chain to contract cultivation incorporating an extensive network of dedicated farmers to ensure non-GMO certified, sustainable, and fair trade material.
Only curcuminoids ingredient with claims of both balanced gastrointestinal tract and systemic effects.
With a 66:1 plant to extract ratio, supplies 95-100% total curcuminoids to deliver more active compounds per 500 mg dose than any excipient- or oil- based brand.
Manufacturing sites FSSC 22000 qualified, NSF GMP, USP GMP and US FDA inspected and audited.
First curcuminoids ingredient certified as natural by the Center for Applied Isotope Studies (CAIS), Atlanta, GA (2015). Every batch sold is assayed and certified 100% Biobased Carbon.
Inspiration for protecting the curcumin category, including as founding brand member of the Global Curcumin Association, from those who exploit it though poor quality or adulterated products.