Turmeric Curcumin vs Curcumin Extract

Standardized curcuminoid extract with enhanced bioavailability formulation for anti-inflammatory use.

Curcumin extract represents the highly concentrated and bioavailability-enhanced forms of turmeric's primary active compound. Unlike whole turmeric, these standardized extracts use various technologies to dramatically improve absorption. Clinical research predominantly uses these enhanced forms for therapeutic applications.

curcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin, demethoxycurcumin, piperine (when combined)

Curcumin (95%+), Demethoxycurcumin, Bisdemethoxycurcumin, Piperine (in some formulations), Phospholipids (Meriva)

Modified form of traditional turmeric

Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Joint support, Cognitive support, Mood support

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, joint health, neuroprotective

Osteoarthritis and joint pain, Inflammatory conditions, Depression (adjunct), Metabolic syndrome, Post-exercise recovery

500-1500mg bioavailable curcumin extract daily

500-1000mg enhanced curcumin extract daily (varies by formulation)

blood thinners, gallstones, surgery, pregnancy in high doses

Gallstones, Bile duct obstruction, Bleeding disorders, Pre-surgery, Concurrent blood thinners

GI upset, gallbladder stimulation, drug interactions

GI upset, Nausea, Diarrhea, Yellow stool, Headache