Super Turmeric with Piperine (Black Pepper)
Turmeric Rhizome and Piperine extract 814mg
Indications & Uses:
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Joint Support: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve minor joint pain.
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Antioxidant Support: Provides antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
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Digestive Aid: Used in Herbal Medicine to aid digestion and to help relieve occasional flatulent dyspepsia (carminative).
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Liver Health: Used in Herbal Medicine to support normal liver function (hepatoprotectant).
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Bile Function: Used in Herbal Medicine to support digestive processes by increasing bile excretion by the liver (choleretic) and stimulating contraction of the gallbladder (cholagogue).
History: A popular staple in Ayurvedic traditions, Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used as a spice for centuries in Asian cuisine and is widely cultivated in India. Curcumin and other curcuminoids (the active chemical compounds in turmeric) offer numerous wellness benefits, primarily acting as powerful antioxidants to support overall bodily health.
Health Benefits of Black Pepper (Piperine) and Turmeric The health benefits of any herb are based on its key active ingredients. Piperine is the key chemical in black pepper, while curcumin, a polyphenol, plays the same role in turmeric. Both compounds have been studied extensively for the potential wellness benefits they offer individually and together.
1. Black Pepper Enhances the Bioavailability of Turmeric A common challenge with Turmeric is its low level of bioavailability. Most of the curcumin ingested from Turmeric gets metabolized before it can be adequately absorbed. Piperine helps make curcumin significantly more bioavailable, likely by temporarily inhibiting certain intestinal digestive enzymes.
Studies have tested if co-administering curcumin with piperine could improve absorption. One study found that when 2g of curcumin was ingested alone, serum levels remained very low. However, when 20mg of piperine was added, the bioavailability, serum levels, and absorption of curcumin improved dramatically. Research indicates that Piperine can enhance the bioavailability of curcumin by up to 2000%.
2. Helps Relieve Minor Joint Pain Piperine in black pepper can interact with TRPV1 (transient receptor potential vanilloid type-1) in the body, a process that can assist in reducing minor discomfort. Studies have focused on piperine as a natural way to help soothe minor joint aches and daily wear-and-tear.
3. Supports a Healthy Inflammatory Response Turmeric has been extensively studied for its ability to support a healthy, balanced inflammatory response in the body. Curcumin (found in turmeric) is known to interact with certain cellular enzymes, helping to support joint comfort and overall wellness.
4. Digestive Health Benefits Turmeric and piperine work together to support a healthy gastrointestinal environment. Turmeric is traditionally used to support gastric comfort and protect the stomach lining, while piperine provides complementary digestive support.
5. Cognitive Health Support Research suggests that turmeric can support healthy brain function. Curcumin has cognitive benefits that support brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). BDNF promotes the growth of neurons, which is how your brain transmits information, and is vital for learning and memory functions. In studies on healthy subjects, curcumin was shown to support increased BDNF levels.
Medicinal Ingredients (per capsule)
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Turmeric (10:1) extract (Curcuma longa, Rhizome) Equivalent to 8000 mg raw herb: 800mg
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Piperine (from Piper nigrum - fruit): 14mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients Magnesium stearate, Hypromellose
