Curcumin , black pepper, no black pepper?

LayingHand

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Posted 2/4/2020 4:35 PM (GMT 0)

For curcumin, is it not good for us to take the one with black pepper extract, will that cause other medications to absorb too strong?

Any brand you're particular in?

saraeli

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Posted 2/4/2020 4:55 PM (GMT 0)

I have no feedback about black pepper (although I think it's a good question!) but I have heard from multiple doctors to get curcumin via Meriva extract. It's more expensive, but a few brands offer the Meriva variety. Generally I prefer to take herbs in their full forms (not just with certain components extracted) but I heard the rec for Meriva enough that I've been doing what I'm told. ;)

skinny_joe

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Posted 2/4/2020 5:02 PM (GMT 0)

I take this. Its got the pepper mixed with it. I used to take one without the black pepper (NOW brand) and within a couple days of switching I noticed a difference. Maybe it was a coincidence.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WT4D57K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

ChristianWithLyme

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Posted 2/4/2020 6:02 PM (GMT 0)

My parents have been using Sports Research Turmeric Curcumin. This company claims that the added bioperine and coconut oil assist absorption.

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