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Curcumin, the principal bioactive compound found in turmeric, is renowned for its impressive health benefits.
Curcumin has gained significant attention in the health community especially for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The properties of curcumin are enhanced by adding quality OPC, a grape seed extract.
Inflammation is a root cause of many diseases, including heart disease, cancer, metabolic syndrome, Alzheimer’s, and various degenerative conditions.
Curcumin works by inhibiting the molecules that play a significant role in inflammation, thereby reducing risk of these chronic diseases.
Curcumin is a potent antioxidant that can neutralise free radicals due to its chemical structure. Free radicals are highly reactive molecules with unpaired electrons that can cause oxidative stress and damage the body’s cells. By boosting the body’s own antioxidant enzymes, curcumin helps to protect against this damage, contributing to overall health and longevity.
Research suggests curcumin can enhance brain function. It increases the levels of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, a growth hormone that functions in the brain. Low levels of BDNF are linked to brain disorders such as depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Adding a daily dose of quality curcumin can support healthy brain function as we age.
The problem with curcumin is it is not water-soluble and has poor absorption. The latest extracts combine curcumin with food starches producing 100% water solubility with greatly improved absorption without the need for black pepper which can irritate the stomach. This means you can get the benefits of curcumin, and OPC, without causing gastric upsets.
John Arts (Adv.Dip.Nut.Med) is a nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health Ltd. For questions, contact John on 0800 423559 or email: john@abundant.co.nz. Join his newsletter at: www.abundant.co.nz.
