Nutrient quality
Freeze-dried turmeric preserves a broad spectrum of the plant's natural compounds. Inclusion of green peppercorn provides a natural source of piperine to support absorption, though concentration is unspecified.
Analysis
Each capsule contains 409mg of freeze-dried turmeric and a small amount of green peppercorn. Freeze-drying is a great way to keep the plant's natural compounds intact, and the peppercorn helps with uptake.
This is a high-quality 'raw' supplement, but it still lacks the concentration of a standardized extract. It is a nice middle ground for people who want whole herbs but with at least some built-in absorption help.
Pros
- Freeze-drying preserves natural compounds
- Includes peppercorn for better absorption
- Clean, minimally processed ingredients
- Whole-plant profile
Cons
- Low actual curcuminoid concentration
- Relatively high price for a raw root product
- Small doses per capsule
Warnings
- Green peppercorn is gentler than black pepper, but may still be noticeable to some.
