Joint Health

Curcumin

Also known as: Turmeric extract (joint), Curcumin (Systemic Inflammation), Turmeric extract (systemic), Curcumin (GI/IBD Support)

Evidence

Curcumin is the primary active polyphenol from turmeric (Curcuma longa) with well-established anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties supported by numerous clinical studies. Standardized extracts like CuroWhite™ (25% curcuminoids) are designed to improve bioavailability over whole turmeric powder.

Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.

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Primary uses

Depression support
Inflammation
Brain health
Joint inflammation
Osteoarthritis
Pain
Mobility
Systemic inflammation
Joint health
Metabolic health
IBD support
Anti-inflammatory

How it works

Inhibits inflammatory pathways
COX and LOX inhibition
Antioxidant

Dosage

Typical range: 500-1000mg enhanced form
Timing: With fat-containing meal
With food: Yes
Duration: 8+ weeks for full effect
Special populations: OA, inflammatory joint conditions

Forms

Theracurmin
Longvida
BCM-95
Phytosome (Meriva)
Nano/liposomal
Enhanced absorption (phytosome, Theracurmin)
With piperine
Standard curcumin
Powder (standardized extract)· 70/100
Capsules· 70/100
Liquid extracts· 70/100
Complexes with absorption enhancers (piperine, phospholipids)· 70/100

Safety

Common side effects

GI upset
Yellow stool

Contraindications

Gallbladder disease
Before surgery

Products containing Curcumin

Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Curcumin on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.

Known interactions

Evidence notes

Strong evidence for OA

Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.

Cited research for Curcumin

Clinical studies referenced across Formulate guides that mention curcumin. Each links to the full study page with PubMed source + the guides that cite it.

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