Curcumin
Yellow pigment from turmeric that only reaches the blood in a formulation with improved absorption.
What the research shows
Shown, with a clear condition or a limited scope.
Bideshki (2024) pooled meta-analyses and saw less pain and better function in knee osteoarthritis. Hsiao (2021) saw a difference from placebo at both low and high doses, in trials that were small and short. Dehzad (2023) measured lower inflammatory markers in blood, an intermediate measure that says nothing yet about symptoms.
Who it makes sense for: People with knee osteoarthritis who use a formulation with enhanced bioavailability.
How we weigh evidenceClinical dosage
Scientific sources
The clinical dosages on this page are based on peer-reviewed research.
- The efficacy of curcumin in relieving osteoarthritis: A meta-analysis of meta-analyses.Bideshki MV et al. (2024)
- Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin/turmeric supplementation in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Dehzad MJ et al. (2023)
- The efficacy of high- and low-dose curcumin in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Hsiao AF et al. (2021)
We keep the dosages and values on this page as accurate as possible based on selected studies. New research may change these values. Nothing on this page is medical advice. If you have any doubts, always consult a doctor.