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Curcumin – the bioactive polyphenol found in turmeric root
Bright yellow turmeric (also spelled curcuma) is native to India and Southeast Asia and is derived from the rhizome of the turmeric plant. However, turmeric is much more than just a spice and has long been used for traditional purposes, as it contains the phytonutrient curcumin as its biologically active ingredient. Curcumin is now also very popular in concentrated form as turmeric extract in curcumin capsules. You can buy turmeric capsules from TISSO here: Pro Curcumin Forte with highly bioavailable curcumin and Pro Curcumin with turmeric extract, black pepper, and OPC.
Curcumin
High-quality curcumin from turmeric root in carefully selected combinations.
Pro Curcumin Forte
Contents:76 g = 180 capsules
Pro Curcumin Forte provides curcumin that is 40 times more bioavailable, plus turmerosaccharides, other polyphenols, and vitamin C to support the immune system and protect cells.
Price:
54,95 €
1 kg = 723,03 € Includes sales tax; shipping not included
Pro Curcumin
Contents:39 g = 60 capsules
Pro Curcumin provides you with highly concentrated curcumin, combined with black pepper and grape seed extract (OPC) and other valuable natural ingredients.
Price:
44,95 €
1 kg = 1.152,56 € Includes sales tax; shipping not included
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Buying Curcumin: Pro Curcumin Forte or Pro Curcumin?
Both curcumin capsules are vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free, and fructose-free, and contain no flavor enhancers, preservatives, or artificial colors. Pro Curcumin Forte contains curcumin in the form of CAVACURMIN®, combined with turmeric polysaccharides, quercetin, and vitamin C. Pro Curcumin combines turmeric extract with black pepper extract, grape seed extract (OPC), quercetin, and other plant compounds.
| Features | Pro Curcumin Forte | Pro Curcumin |
|---|---|---|
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Form of Curcumin |
Curcumin-Cyclodextrin Complex (CAVACURMIN®) |
Turmeric Extract |
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Combined with |
Turmerosaccharides, quercetin, theaflavins, and vitamin C |
Pepper, OPC, quercetin, and other plant compounds |
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Distinctive Feature |
Curcumin with up to 40 times greater bioavailability, combined with other plant compounds |
Curcumin in combination with synergistic polyphenols |
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Daily dose |
2 × 3 capsules |
2 capsules |
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Package |
180 capsules |
60 capsules |
What is curcumin, and how is it different from turmeric?
In addition to curcumin, the turmeric rhizome contains two other curcumin-like compounds: demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin. Together, they are referred to as curcuminoids. Curcumin accounts for the largest share of these compounds at 77%, which is why the term “curcumin” is often used in a general sense.
Curcumin is one of the biologically active components of the turmeric rhizome. Among phytochemicals, it belongs to the group of polyphenols and is particularly known for its antioxidant properties.
Curcumin has long been used traditionally, particularly in Ayurveda, and is very popular as a supplement to a normal diet in capsule form. Since it—along with the other two curcuminoids—makes up only 1–6% of turmeric powder, it is extracted and concentrated. This allows for a higher curcumin dosage in a single capsule. To learn what turmeric is good for and what role curcumin plays in this, read the article “What Is Turmeric Good For?”
Effects of Curcumin: Anti-inflammatory and More
In addition to its antioxidant effects, curcumin is best known for its anti-inflammatory properties. That’s why many people turn to curcumin especially when their bones and joints are under heavy strain or when they want to support their immune system and the body’s natural healing processes.
Curcumin Bioavailability: How to Improve Curcumin Absorption
Curcumin and curcuminoids are fat-soluble substances that accumulate in the aqueous environment of the intestine. As a result, they tend to remain in the intestine. To ensure that curcumin is effectively absorbed from the intestine into the bloodstream and thus throughout the body, its bioavailability can be increased.
A classic way to support curcumin absorption is to combine it with piperine, the main compound in black pepper, as in Pro Curcumin. There are now other options as well. With the help of cyclodextrins (ring-shaped carbohydrates) derived from plant starch, curcumin is uniquely encapsulated in a water-soluble “shell.” This allows it to be absorbed by the intestinal wall up to 40 times more effectively than curcumin powder without these cyclodextrins. This proprietary ingredient is called CAVACURMIN®. It is found in Pro Curcumin Forte.
The bioavailability of curcumin can also be improved with the emulsifier polysorbate. However, polysorbates have been criticized for placing a strain on the intestines. The curcumin-cyclodextrin complex (CAVACURMIN®) is therefore the better choice.
Curcumin Dosage: How Much Curcumin Per Day?
The recommended daily amount of curcumin varies greatly from person to person. The Panel on Food Additives and Nutrient Sources (ANS) of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has specified a dosage of up to 3 mg of curcumin per kg of body weight per day as a safe upper limit. For example, this amounts to 210 mg of curcumin per day for a person weighing 70 kg.
However, curcumin makes up only a small portion of the turmeric rhizome—and thus of turmeric powder—so it is difficult to obtain a dose of, say, 150–200 mg from regular turmeric spice alone. To ensure the body still receives an optimal supply of this valuable substance, it is advisable to take curcumin in an extracted and concentrated form in capsules. Pro Curcumin Forte provides 150 mg of curcuminoids (6 capsules), which is equivalent to approximately 6,000 mg of conventional curcumin powder.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Turmeric Capsules or Turmeric Powder: Which Is Better?
Turmeric powder contains only about 1–6% curcumin and is primarily used as a spice in everyday cooking. Capsules, on the other hand, provide concentrated curcumin in a specific dosage. Curcumin is particularly bioavailable in Pro Curcumin Forte, which is absorbed 30 to 40 times more effectively.
What should I look for when buying curcumin capsules?
What matters is the curcuminoid content per daily dose, not the amount of turmeric powder. In addition, there is bioavailability (e.g., through cyclodextrins) as well as tolerability (free of polysorbates, flavor enhancers, preservatives, and artificial colors). Quality is also a key factor: The contaminant analysis reports from a DAkkS-accredited laboratory are available for download on the TISSO website.
How do I take curcumin capsules?
Take 2 x 3 capsules of Pro Curcumin Forte daily and 2 capsules of Pro Curcumin daily, each with plenty of water and with a meal. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Are curcumin capsules well tolerated?
TISSO's curcumin capsules are vegan and free of lactose, gluten, fructose, and yeast, and contain no flavor enhancers, preservatives, or artificial colors.
