One other thing to note about statins is that they reduce levels of CoQ10 in the body. So, you may want to ask your doctor about CoQ10 if taking a statin....
If you are trying to use turmeric more therapeutically, check with your doctor and note that hydro-soluble supplements forms will absorb better as other began to mention....
Just in case this has not been mentioned for those taking turmeric/curcumin: the supplement forms that are hydro-soluble will absorb better. There are many challenges for turmeric to be absorbed well...
There are some powdered turmeric supplement options (not traditional spice form) that may dissolve and absorb better as well....
Yes, curcumin may support a healthy inflammation response. And, forms that are hydro-soluble absorb better....
One other thing to note about turmeric is that there are often challenges with absorption, and supplement forms that are hydro-soluble absorb better....
Yes, and some foods can support a healthy inflammation response instead of contributing to inflammation. Turmeric is one example. However, supplement form absorbs better for this one....
Have you tried any natural supplement options like turmeric for overall anti-inflammatory support?...
Yes, curcumin may thin the blood. Please check with your doctor on all new supplements. In addition, forms of curcumin that are hydro-soluble absorb better. This may help you in determining forms...
Has anyone also tried turmeric for digestive and anti-inflammatory support?...
One other thing to note about turmeric/curcumin is that there are challenges with absorption and forms that are hydro-soluble absorb better....
To simplify, curcumin is the active compound in turmeric that contributes to its health benefits....
I appreciate you chiming in. Collagen 2 are made to specifically address healing joints. I’m sorry the glucosamine hurt you. It does have it in the brand I use, but I just started using them. My...
Sorry to hear about what you are going through. One other thing to note about the CoQ10 and turmeric is that forms that are water-soluble absorb better....
Has anyone tried turmeric for anti-inflammatory support?...
Yes, check with your doctor before beginning a new supplement like turmeric. In addition, there are challenges absorbing turmeric. Supplement forms that are hydro-soluble absorb better....
Have you looked into the absorption of your curcumin? A hydro-soluble form may absorb even better....
Yes, turmeric may support a healthy inflammation response overall. One thing to look into, as mentioned, is absorption. For example, a form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better....
Ditto for curcumin, and a form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better....
Yes, you may want to look into the absorption of your turmeric. For example, a form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better....
For the curcumin, you may also want to look into the absorption of this. A form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better. Turmeric/curcumin is more challenging for the intestinal tract to absorb....
Good to hear about the turmeric/curcumin. Yes, a hydro-soluble form of curcumin in supplement form absorbs better than ordinary spice form....
Has anyone also tried turmeric?...
For turmeric, you may want to look into the absorption of what you take. For example, a form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better....
For those who mentioned turmeric, you may want to look into the absorption of what you are taking. For example, a supplement form that is hydro-soluble absorbs better....
Another thing to note if you are looking into ubiquinol or CoQ10 is the absorption. A form that is water and fat-soluble absorbs better. Lithium orotate is sometimes used to help B vitamins become...
You can also get turmeric without the black pepper in a form that absorbs well. A form that is hydro-soluble does not have to use black pepper to improve absorption. So, if you are sensitive to the...
If you are not sure where to start, this research article gives a nice overview of various methods and non-drug alternatives: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13311-018-0623-6 Supplements...
For those that had questions about absorption: Yes, black pepper can help support absorption of turmeric, but an even better option is to choose a supplement (check with your doctor first) that is...
It's nice to hear your success with turmeric! Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory food, and is better absorbed in supplement form. Look for a turmeric that uses a hydro-soluble technology for...
Does anyone take mitochondrial support supplements like L-carnatine, B vitamins, or CoQ10? There is actually a clinical trial using CoQ10 that's currently recruiting....
Statins can be so tricky because it's hard to separate the side effects from a symptom. One issue with statins in that they can negatively effect the mitochondria in our cells - including muscle...
Very interesting. Agree that we may need more CoQ10. For mitochondrial disease, 5-15 mg of CoQ10 per kg of body weight is often recommended. That would be 340-1,000 mg for a 150 pound person. Taking...
I have never heard of "violation of contract" by getting meds from another doctor in the same group. So crazy! Just curious, did your doctor recommend those supplements? I find that some are very...
Those with mitochondrial disease take a combination of supplements to support mitochondrial health. It's commonly called the "Mito Cocktail": -Coenuzme Q10 -L-Carnitine -B vitmains -Thiamine (B1)...
For those interested, there is a research article on the CoQ10 lowering effects of amitriptyline. The research also shows that ami lowers ATP levels. ATP provide energy for our cells and CoQ10 helps...
I agree with looking into turmeric. There is also new research on CoQ10 for improving inflammatory markers. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28179205 Both CoQ10 and turmeric have trouble with...
Fatigue can be an issue with statins. Exercise (even brisk walking- if tolerated) can be a great way to lower cholesterol. However, some people who take statins experience fatigue, muscle pain, or...
Yes, most traditional medical schools only require a short review of nutrition and likely nothing on supplements aside from common herb-drug interactions (warfarin-vitamin K, for example)....
Unfortunately, most doctors aren't being educated on CoQ10 depletion, but awareness is slowly growing. It sounds like your doctor's approach was fantastic! Even doctors who are aware of the...
Definitely second the magnesium. There is so much research on it. Have you looked into the research on CoQ10 and migraines? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15728298...
Thanks for all the info and links! Yes, the fibro/CoQ10 connection seems to be a research interest for that particular scientist. Hopefully others will take the hint. Would love to see a large...
Very good point about CoQ10 and statins. Statins have been shown to lower CoQ10 levels by up to 40%! Here is a research article on the topic for my fellow research nerds out there:...
@PeterDisAbelard. You bring up a lot of good points about supplements and I 100% agree that you should openly discuss everything you are planning to take with all of your doctors. The "natural" claim...
It seems like many people on here take a variety of supplements. CoQ10 is one that comes up a lot. I just wanted to note that CoQ10 supplements that are both water and fat-soluble have been shown to...
Statin drugs can lower CoQ10 levels. In fact, studies show that CoQ10 levels can drop by up to 40% due to statin drug use! (Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8463436) Low CoQ10 levels can...
Just a note about CoQ10. Regular CoQ10 is very poorly absorbed by the body. If you think you are having absorption issues, you may be absorbing even less of the supplement. If you aren't already,...
One point about CoQ10. It's essential to choose a CoQ10 supplement that is both water and fat-soluble to be sure your body is actually absorbing it. Research shows that solubilized formulations of...