Question 1

what brand of curcumin should i choose?

Accepted Answer

No Proof: There is no proof that curcumin (turmeric) is medically helpful.  I do not discourage my patients from trying dietary supplements, but i warn them not to continue spending money on something that does not clearly help.  Given this, the choice of one brand over another is probably not important.

Question 2

what are the effects of taking curcumin?

Accepted Answer

Tumeric pain control: Tumeric is a spice used in curry. Tumeric contains curcumin which has been used to treat a multitude of conditions.  Research suggests it may be beneficial to reduce the pain of osteoarthritis and stomach distress.

Question 3

is curcumin absorbed when you eat tumeric?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Turmeric is a cornerstone of traditional chinese and ayurvedic health practices. 
Turmeric contains plant-based antioxidants that help fight cell-damaging free radicals called curcuminoids.Claims of enhancing brain health have not been proven, but many prominent nutritionists agree that antioxxidants are beneficial, so there may be some validity as one of several nutritional support.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: curcumin?

Accepted Answer

Curcumin: It is turmeric extract.

Question 5

i have been advised to take curcumin. what is it and where do i get it?

Accepted Answer

Turmeric: Curcumin is present in "turmeric" a spice commonly used in asian-indian cooking.  You can get it an indian grocery store.  However, you may use to flavor your foods, but should not expect it cure or prevent any diseases.

Question 6

long term effects of curcumin?

Accepted Answer

Years of use: Turmeric has been used traditionally for a very long time as a food coloring and spice, and for a number of disorders, it us used  medicinally and preventatively in some cultures. Long term: possible indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, may cause liver problems, might cause ulcers if you take too much.  It can also increase bleeding, so don't use before surgery.  It may interact with a number of meds.

Question 7

can curcumin reduce inflammation?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: This is the active ingredient of turmeric. It affects the neuro vascular pathways, acting as an anti-inflammatory and can help with pain relief equal to the relief of Ibuprofen for knee osteoarthritis. It can decrease clotting so be careful around surgery.Many studies are being done looking at it's effect on cancer, alzheimers and psoriasis. Used in india for hundreds of years.

Question 8

what is this curcumin in turmeric?

Accepted Answer

Many effects: Reduces inflammation and edema; accelerates wound healing; stimulates muscle regeneration; inhibits platelet aggregation;  therapeutic effects with arthritis, ibs and more.  But it's very hard to absorb.  Be careful of source, may contain solvents.

Question 9

what is cuprimine (penicillamine)?

Accepted Answer

Penicillamine: This is a chela ting agent that binds to certain heavy metals that may be present in the blood. It has also been used as a treatment for scleroderma cup riming is the brand name

Question 10

what are the effects of curcumin (turmeric)?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Turmeric is a cornerstone of traditional chinese and ayurvedic health practices
turmeric contains plant-based antioxidants that help fight cell-damaging free radicals called curcuminoids.Claims of enhancig brain health have not been proven, but many prominent nutritionists agree that antioxxidants are beneficial, so there may be some validity as one of several nutritional supports.

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