Analysis Strongly Supports Turmeric Supplementation to Improve Arthritis and Osteopenia

[Michie]

In a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, was found to improve mobility and stiffness in those suffering from osteopenia and osteoarthritis.

Curcumin is simply one of the most incredible natural therapeutic compounds known in foods and has been investigated for its effects on everything from cancer to autoimmune disorders.

As strange as it might seem, this tuber may also be beneficial for preventing age-related degeneration in bone tissue and joints through the stimulation of osteoblast formation and activity, and the inhibition of osteoclasts.

Osteoblasts and osteoclasts are both bone tissue cells, but if the former outpace the latter, bone degeneration can occur. Curcumin also has other effects on bone tissue.

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Analysis Strongly Supports Turmeric Supplementation to Improve Arthritis and Osteopenia

It's a worthwhile shot, as over one-half of older women have osteopenia and nearly 37% of U.S. adults have osteoarthritis.

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[RileyG]

Fascinating! Thanks for posting

 

[Michie]

You’re welcome!

 

[timothyu]

Be careful of internal bleeding from long time usage

 

[Michie]

I’m looking it up. Going to look further than this: Gallbladder problems: Turmeric can make gallbladder problems worse. Do not use turmeric if you have gallstones or a bile duct obstruction. Bleeding problems: Taking turmeric might slow blood clotting. This might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding in people with bleeding disorders.

Going to investigate it in more detail.

 

[tturt]

Surprised when I researched herbs and spices used

 

[tturt]

More surprises when researching teas