Curcumin naturally maintains joint comfort and flexibility by interacting with key cellular pathways in your body. It also protects joints and tissues by reducing common oxidative stress.* It's especially beneficial for those with active lifestyles or age-related joint concerns.

Your brain can benefit from curcumin’s ability to support a healthy mood and maintain mental clarity by supporting cellular health and promoting new neural connections. Research shows it aids in the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein crucial for cognitive well-being.

Regular supplementation promotes heart health by supporting healthy blood vessel function and by helping maintain cholesterol levels already within normal range. Curcumin also assists in protecting the lining of your blood vessels, contributing to overall cardiovascular wellness.

Curcumin also helps maintain your body's defense systems by supporting healthy immune cell function and cellular balance and by reducing the production of inflammatory cytokines. Through this triple action, curcumin helps your body stay resilient against daily challenges.

The problem with many products on the market is they are filled with large quantities of generic curcumin that may be standardized to 95%, but have not been clinically studied to work.

Clinically studied forms of curcumin are highly bioavailable and require only 400 mg daily to be effective, according to numerous clinical studies. Therefore, it’s not the amount of curcumin extract you take, but rather the type. Look for highly bioavailable curcumin, such as Longvida® Optimized curcumin, that’s been shown to improve absorption into the bloodstream, maximizing results.

Boswellia serrata, a resin from the Indian frankincense tree, has even been linked to cognitive performance and mental clarity. It’s the combination of these two ingredients working together that raises their individual benefits exponentially.

Also known as Piperine, black pepper extract is commonly added to turmeric supplements supposedly to improve the body's absorption of the turmeric. However, there are important drawbacks to consider:

Why You Might Want to Avoid It: Black pepper extract can trigger side effects in many users, including digestive discomfort, heartburn, and nausea. More concerning, piperine is known to interfere with the metabolism of various medications, potentially creating dangerous drug interactions by altering how your body processes prescription medications. Today's advanced formulations utilize sophisticated solid-lipid coating that eliminates the need for black pepper additives. These cutting-edge delivery systems not only support superior absorption and bioavailability but do so without piperine's concerning side effect profile. The result is a targeted curcumin delivery with consistent absorption rates and a significantly reduced risk of unwanted reactions or medication interactions.

Recently, a number of turmeric supplements imported to the U.S. have been recalled for lead contamination. It was discovered that Bangladeshi importers were dyeing the turmeric with "lead chromate" to enhance its golden color. Consuming lead in unsafe amounts can be incredibly harmful.

Turmeric is the yellow spice derived from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, while curcumin is the active compound within turmeric that provides most of its health benefits. Curcumin only makes up about 2-5% of turmeric, which is why supplements often contain concentrated curcumin extract rather than just ground turmeric.

Curcumin is naturally difficult for the body to absorb because it's fat-soluble and quickly metabolized by the liver. The most effective supplements use advanced delivery systems like solid-lipid technology, liposomal delivery, or proprietary formulations like Longvida® to enhance bioavailability. Some products use black pepper extract (piperine), though more advanced technologies may offer superior absorption without the potential side effects of piperine.

Most people begin noticing improvements in joint comfort within 4-8 weeks of consistent use, though individual results vary. For cognitive benefits, some studies show results beginning around 4 weeks. Using highly bioavailable formulations may produce noticeable benefits more quickly than standard curcumin supplements because more of the active compound reaches your tissues.