Turmeric Complex

Description

Turmeric Complex is a unique combination of organic turmeric powder and extract (curcumin) with synergistic extracts, herbs and nutrients.

Each capsule combines organic turmeric powder PLUS high-potency turmeric extract (95% curcumin – the active ingredient) with ginger root extract (5% gingerols), cayenne extract (100au capsaicin), piperine (black pepper) extract, zinc citrate and vitamin B6. The piperine has been included to potentiate the absorption of the other herbals – a well-known herbalists’ combination.

Ideal for immune system support, as well as for use during any exercise programme, by older adults and anyone looking to support hormone and bone health plus all round well-being.

More information:

Turmeric Complex at a glance…

Organic turmeric powder PLUS turmeric extract (95% curcumin)
With ginger root extract (5% gingerols)
With cayenne extract (100au capsaicin)
With piperine (black pepper) extract
With zinc citrate and vitamin B6
Support of bone health
Support of immunity
Support of energy levels
Support of cognitive function
Support of acid-base metabolism
Support of macronutrient metabolism
Support of nails, skin and hair
Support of hormonal activity
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

About the ingredients…

Turmeric and curcumin:
Turmeric is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant (Curcuma longa) of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is native to southern Asia.

When not used fresh, the rhizomes (roots) are boiled for 30 – 45 minutes and then dried in hot ovens, after which they are ground into a deep orange/yellow powder that is commonly used as a natural colouring and delicious spice in Bangladeshi, Indian, Iranian and Pakistani cuisine, as well as for dyeing.

Turmeric root powder has been long used by Ayurvedic practitioners, largely due to its main constituent, curcumin. More recently, it has become increasingly popular in the Western world for use in both food and food supplements, after much TV, magazine and radio coverage.

Zinc:
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, the normal function of the immune system, the protection of cells from oxidative stress, the maintenance of normal hair, nails and skin, normal DNA synthesis, normal acid-base metabolism, normal carbohydrate metabolism, normal cognitive function, normal fertility and reproduction, normal macronutrient metabolism, normal metabolism of fatty acids, normal metabolism of vitamin A, normal protein synthesis, the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood, the maintenance of normal vision and it has a role in the process of cell division. Click here and here for EFSA scientific opinions.

Vitamin B6:
Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system, the regulation of hormonal activity, normal cysteine synthesis, normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal homocysteine metabolism, normal protein and glycogen metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Click here and here for EFSA scientific opinions.

Ginger root:
Ginger (Zingiber officinale), is a rhizome – a thick underground stem that sprouts roots and shoots. This “hot” spice is native to warmer parts of Asia, such as China, Japan, and India, but is now also grown in parts of South American and Africa.

Cayenne:
Fiercely hot and pungent, cayenne, also known as cayenne pepper, is one of the most widely used spice ingredients for culinary purposes. Cayenne fruits are slender, elongated pods derived from the capsicum family plant (a cultivar of Capsicum annuum related to bell peppers, jalapeños, paprika, and others). Cayenne is a source of capsaicin.

Piperine:
Piperine is the alkaloid responsible for the pungency of black pepper and long pepper.