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Turmeric
Mason Natural
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(140 ratings)
Turmeric 500 mg
Score 75.0
A high-dose curcuminoid supplement that lacks a bioavailability enhancer, limiting its absorption and overall effectiveness.
Quantity: 60 Veggie Cap(s)Servings size: 1 Veggie Capsule(s) (60 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
General Health
Joint Health
Digestive Health
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Metabolism Boost
leaderboard Score 75.0
A high-dose curcuminoid supplement that lacks a bioavailability enhancer, limiting its absorption and overall effectiveness.
This Mason Natural Turmeric supplement delivers 500 mg of curcuminoids, the primary active compounds in turmeric known for their potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This dosage is often considered a good starting point for individuals seeking benefits for general health, joint discomfort, and inflammatory support. However, curcumin's inherent poor bioavailability means that a substantial portion of this dosage may not be absorbed into the bloodstream effectively. The lack of a co-ingredient like piperine or a specialized delivery system therefore hinders its full potential, despite the robust stated amount of curcuminoids.
- Provides a substantial 500 mg dose of standardized curcuminoids per serving.
- Competitively priced for the amount of active ingredient.
- Does not include a bioavailability enhancer (e.g., BioPerine), hindering curcumin absorption.
- Potential for reduced efficacy due to poor systemic utilization of curcuminoids.
- Turmeric may interact with blood-thinning medications; consult a healthcare provider if on such drugs.
- Mild digestive upset can occur in some individuals at higher doses.
$14.83($0.24 per serving)
 Amazon | $ 15.72 | |
 iHerb | $ 14.83 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Tumeric (Curcuminoids) | 500 mg |
Categories
Turmeric 75.0
As a turmeric product, it delivers a good amount of curcuminoids, which is its strength. However, it misses the crucial aspect of enhanced bioavailability, making it a good but not optimal choice within the wider turmeric supplement market.
Goals
General Health 70.0
While offering a significant dose of curcuminoids for general antioxidant and wellness benefits, the absence of an absorption enhancer implies that much of this potential may not be realized due to poor systemic uptake.
Joint Health 70.0
Curcumin's anti-inflammatory properties are crucial for joint health, and a 500 mg dose is good. However, without a mechanism to enhance absorption, the amount reaching the joints to provide therapeutic relief may be limited compared to more bioavailable formulations.
Anti-Inflammatory Support 70.0
This is a key goal for turmeric, and 500 mg of curcuminoids is a strong dose. However, the efficacy for systemic anti-inflammatory support is significantly reduced by the poor absorption of curcumin without an enhancing agent.
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