Turmeric, Anyone Tried It?

[sandyRoe]

I was wondering if it has any effect as an anti-inflammatory.

[barry1010]

I have heard and read many claims about the positives effects of tumeric over the past ten years but I have my doubts.

However, there is no suggestion that it can do harm so it might be worth trying for a few months.

Tumeric is a very common ingredient in food in India but the Indian Times reports:

"Our country is seeing an epidemic of arthritis, and its incidence in the Indian population is believed to be much higher than what is found in Western nations."

 

[youngmafbog]

I eat a lot of it but sadly my joints still suffer.  Of course maybe they would be worse if I didnt?

[ToraToraTora]

It goes well with Gin.

[sandyRoe]

I suppose it would do no harm to try it for a month or so.

I'll have a look into Holland & Barrett the next time I'm in town.

[youngmafbog]

Asian shops will have it - and cheaper.

[andres]

I bought some capsules but found out that because I am on blood-thinners I shouldn't take turmeric. Apparently it reacts with a lot of medications. Check it out first if you are on other medicines

[pastafreak]

Turmeric spice would need to be consumed in large quantities to be effective. What is effective is curcumin, which is a concentrated extract.

I've been doing a fair amount of research recently so have learned a bit. I started taking the extract in capsule form earlier this year...I did get some relief but I didn't stick with it. I never took the full dose.

I resumed it a month or so ago, and after reading about the different, more effective forms that have been developed, have invested in what may be a more effective type. Due from Amazon later today in fact.

I'm well aware that what works for one person may not help another. 

[Vagus]

If you look at the wiki page for turmeric you'll find it quite interesting I think Sandy.

[cashier]

I'ver been taking tabelets for about a month now but no difference in anything. Was tempted to try the shots but they are very expensive. Even half price they are £35 per month.

[douglas9401]

If it does prove to be an effective anti inflammatory,  Sandy, maybe someone could sprinkle a handful over the balloons on here. 😐

[calmck]

Medicine is studied at Medical School or University not Secodary School at age 16

[calmck]

Sorry wrong post

[tamaris]

Yes I take tumeric cucumin and black pepper capsules. Has to be those 3 ingredients. I suffered terribly all my life with back problems. I've been taking them for 2 years now, and I've had no back problems since.  A miracle for me.

[Rosie29]

I understand that turméic should not be taken if you are on any sort of blood thinners.

I would like more information about this as I would like to take it but i am on Apixoban.  But you have to dig deep to find any facts about contra indications.

[Rosie29]

Sorry Andre's- I didn't notice you'd said the same thing.

[andres]

^^^^Rosie  that's ok. I am glad that someone else has noticed this. Actually tumeric has a lot of interactions with other medicines. My doctor advised me about it. 

[Peter Pedant]

try it and see. ( god I think I got deleted the last time I wrote that) ( unmimsy indeed!)

it IS associated with low rates of Ca colon ( small antibiotic / antiseptic activity ) but you are talking about 20 y use

[Peter Pedant]

However, there is no suggestion that it can do harm so it might be worth trying for a few months.

hey this is the one that deleted me when i said try it and see over dog worming tabs ( fenbendazole!)

fair's fair boys and girls

[Buenchico]

Relevant links:
https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/nutrition/ask-the-expert/turmeric-supplements

https://lloydspharmacy.com/blogs/vitamins-and-supplement-advice/turmeric-for-arthritis

[Treacle71]

My mum's been taking it for yonks and it hasn't done a sausage.