The most powerful compound in botanical medicine.
The worlds most important herbal extract.

500 milligrams per capsule
Other brands may claim "1500 mg per serving" and hide the fact that the serving size is 5 capsules. Some even claim to have a "500 mg capsule" but the "c3 complex" or "super Curcumin" is only 300 mg Curcumin and 200 mg Turmeric, which only has about 2% Curcumin. Unfortunately these deceptions are not uncommon in the supplement industry even by the largest vitamin shops; when comparing always check the contents (Curcumin), the concentration (95%) and the amount (500mg) for each capsule, not per serving. Our product contains 500 milligrams per capsule of 95% standardized Curcumin. The suggested serving size is one (1) to four (4) capsules daily with meals, potentially offsetting the inflammatory response process that occurs during ingestion and digestion. There is absolutely no filler or claimed "enhancing" material to fill the capsule up and lower the Curcumin percentage."The use of the chemical piperine from pepper, trade-named Bioperine, was a poor attempt at increasing bioavailability at the expense of the epithelial lining of the stomach, small intestine and bowels... If you want to use capsules, make certain they DO NOT contain a pepper extract that is advertised to improve bioavailability." Our product contains no sugars or other sweeteners, no starch, no sodium or salt, no yeast, no preservatives, no black pepper extract aka "bioperine" (actually a trademark of Piper nigrum by the Sabinsa corporation), no silicon dioxide, no artificial colors or flavors, no dyes, no rice powder, no dairy, no fillers, no gums, or any other unnecessary compounds.

200 capsules per bottle
We do not waste the environments resources or your funds by requiring two or more bottles to obtain 200 capsules. Each bottle contains the full 200 capsules.

Are there any side effects or interactions? 
Turmeric has been used in large quantities as a condiment for thousands of years with no adverse reactions. Studies have shown that  "Curcumin is not toxic to humans up to 8,000 mg/day." and "Curcumin, even in large quantities, does not produce any known side effects in humans." The FDA classifies Turmeric as GRAS (General Recognition And Safety). Pregnant women and individuals with gallstones or bleeding disorders should speak with a health care provider before using herbs or dietary supplements in amounts greater than usually found in foods. 

 
Why does Curcumin and Turmeric provide health benefits?
Certain plants manufacture chemicals that repel their insect enemies. Over time, plants with higher levels of chemicals that deter attackers become more successful because of their protection. In nature's never-ending interactions between predators and prey, insects eventually learn to digest most plant toxins, so plants are constantly evolving new chemicals to deter their hungry six-legged enemies. Monitoring these war games between plants and insects represents an important field of ecological research. Scientists have discovered that many chemicals manufactured in plants and roots not only prevent insect attack but also cure ailments and provide health benefits. Many cultures create their own botanical pharmacies as the lore of medicinal plants and remedies is handed down through generations of healers. Ethnobotany is the study of local uses of plants.  With the advent of sophisticated laboratory testing, biologists are finding that the many indigenous plants and roots from around the world provide excellent medicinal value.

 
What is the history of Curcumin and Turmeric?
Turmeric is an ancient spice and a traditional remedy that has been used as a medicine in records dating back over 2000 years.  Marco Polo, writing of his travels in China, described Turmeric in the 13th century: "There is also a vegetable which has all the properties of the true saffron, as well as the color, and yet it is not really saffron. (Turmeric) is held in great estimation, and being an ingredient in all their dishes, it bears, on that account, a high price."  The high degree of reverence for Turmeric is established by the fact that it is used in many cultures, each having its own name for the spice: Burmese:fa nwin.  Chinese:wong geung fun, yü chiu.  Danish:gurkemeje.  Dutch:geelwortel.  Finnish:keltajuuri.   French: curcuma, saffron des Indes.  German:gelbwurz, kurkuma.   Icelandic:turmerik.  Italian: curcuma.   Indian:haldee, haridra, haldi, huldee, huldie. Indonesian:kunjit, kunyit.   Japanese:ukon   Malay:kunjit.  Norwegian:gurkemeie,  Polish:klacze kurkumy.  Portuguese:açafrão-da-Índia.   Russian:zholty imbir.  Spanish:azafrán de la India, azafran arabe.   Sinhalese:kaha. Swedish:gurkmeja.  Tamil:munjal.   Thai:ka min.  Vietnamese:bot nghe

Why hasn't the pharmaceutical industry patented Curcumin?
The global pharmaceutical corporations are very interested in owning patents for Curcumin and Turmeric because of the much heralded scientific evidence and the long history of its healing properties. However, that same evidence and history of Turmeric and Curcumin being used medicinally for centuries was the reason the United States Patent and Trademark Office rejected and revoked the patenting rights (Patent No. 5401504) of Turmeric on the grounds that the claims were not new: "USPTO unequivocally rejected all six claims made on August 13, 2001 ruling that Turmeric's medicinal properties were not patentable." As Dr. Bharat B. Aggarwal of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston explains: "in the case of Curcumin, a natural compound, no company can reap the benefits if Turmeric shows itself to be an effective anti-cancer drug..." This is unfortunate for pharmaceutical manufacturers who pass promotional and advertising fees to their customers, but good news if you're an educated consumer who doesn't want to pay $20.00 per prescribed pill. Other companies such as "Protandim", "Curamin" and "Juvenon" sell a "patented formula" which contains an undisclosed amount of Turmeric and can cost more than $2.00 per pill.

How does Curcumin work against cancer?
Independent research studies on the anti-cancer properties of turmeric suggests that Curcumin has the potential for treatment of five top cancers in the U.S. -- colon, breast, prostate, lung and skin. Numerous mechanisms have been described for the anticancer activity of Curcumin. Inhibition of proliferation of tumor cells, induction of apoptosis (a mode of cell death), inhibition of transformation of cells from normal to tumor, inhibition of invasion and metastasis and suppression of inflammation have been linked with the anticancer activity of Curcumin. Down-regulation of COX2, 5-LOX, adhesion molecules, inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, growth factor receptors, vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and transcription factors by Curcumin have been linked to its antitumor activity.

How does Curcumin work against arthritis?
Arthritis is also a proinflammatory disease. All current drugs approved for arthritis have anti-inflammatory activity. Anti-TNF (tumor necrosis factor) therapy has been approved for this disease. Curcumin has been shown to both suppress the TNF production, block the action of TNF, and have activity against arthritis.

How does Curcumin work against Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowl disease)?
Crohn’s disease is also a pro-inflammatory disease. All current drugs approved for this disease have anti-inflammatory activity. Anti-TNF therapy has been approved for this disease. Curcumin has been shown to both suppress the TNF production and the TNF action. Curcumin taken orally has been shown to have activity against Crohn’s disease.

How does Curcumin accelerate wound-healing?
There is numerous experimental data that suggest that Curcumin can accelerate wound healing. This has led Johnson & Johnson to supply a Curcumin-containing Band-Aid.

How does Curcumin work against psoriasis?
Psoriasis is another proinflammatory disease. Considerable evidence, both in animals and humans, indicates that Curcumin is quite effective against psoriasis.

How does Curcumin work against Alzheimer's disease?
Researchers found that Curcumin -- a chemical found in curry and turmeric -- may help the immune system clear the brain of amyloid beta, which forms the plaques found in Alzheimer's disease. Because Alzheimer's disease is caused in part by amyloid-induced inflammation, Curcumin has been shown to be effective against Alzheimer's. Clinical trials are in progress at UCLA with Curcumin for Alzheimer's.

Recent news and published studies on Curcumin
   May 2008

Inflammation: What to Eat to Reduce Your Risk of Many Diseases Natural News.com, AZ - Feb 22, 2008 Turmeric, and its yellowing substance curcumin, are most commonly found in Indian foods like curry and in mustards. The author makes capsules of grocery ...

Spice Rack...Or Medicine Chest? Nutrition Action Health Letter - October, 2007 "Curcumin protects the brain cells in every animal model of traumatic brain injury, whether it's stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's disease, or mad cow disease," says Gregory Cole, associate director of the Alzheimer's Disease Center at the University of California, Los Angeles. "What's unique about Curcumin," Cole notes, "is that it binds directly to beta-amyloid deposits in the brain and reduces their size." Beta-amyloid is a protein fragment that builds up between brain cells of people with Alzheimer's disease....

Fight arthritis with these foods MSNBC - October 11, 2007 Turmeric, sometimes called Curcumin, is a mustard-yellow spice from Asia. It is the main ingredient in yellow curry. Scientific studies have shown that ...

Curry Power Science News Magazine - Sep 15, 2007 "The list of Curcumin's effects goes on and on, and they're all in your favor...in addition to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, Curcumin has several effects that may work in tandem to protect the brain from plaques in other ways. "If Curcumin had a single molecular target, it probably would not be as good a drug," says Bharat Aggarwal, who studies Curcumin at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. "But because it has multiple targets, it's very attractive."

Curcumin at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center - September, 2007 Curcumin has been shown to prevent a large of number of cancers in animal studies. Laboratory data indicate that Curcumin can inhibit tumor initiation, promotion, invasion, angiogenesis and metastasis. Epidemiological evidence indicate that incidence of certain cancers is less in people who consume Curcumin than in those who do not. Recent evidence indicates that, besides chemopreventive activity, Curcumin may also be effective in the treatment of cancer. Curcumin is currently under investigtion for its anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and other medical institutions.