Solgar Turmeric Root Extract 60 Vegetable Capsules
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Solgar Turmeric Root Extract 60 Vegetable Capsules
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Description
Solgar Turmeric Root Extract Vegetable Capsules is a food supplement providing a standardised extract of turmeric root (Curcuma longa), with each vegetable capsule supplying 400mg of extract standardised to 372mg (93%) curcuminoids. The standardisation means you get a consistent amount of curcuminoids in every capsule, rather than the variable levels found in unstandardised turmeric.
Key Features
- Standardised curcuminoid content: Each capsule provides 400mg of turmeric root extract standardised to 372mg (93%) curcuminoids, so the level of active plant compounds is consistent from capsule to capsule.
- Vegetable capsule shell: The capsule is made from hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose rather than gelatine, making the product suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
- One capsule a day: The standardised dose is provided in a single daily capsule rather than needing to be split across multiple capsules.
- Naturally preserved: A powdered blend of beta-carotene and L-ascorbic acid (PhytO2X) is included to help keep the ingredients fresh, without the need for artificial preservatives.
- Free from common allergens: Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya and yeast, with no artificial flavours or sweeteners.
What's the difference between turmeric and curcumin?
Turmeric is the whole root (rhizome) of the Curcuma longa plant. Curcuminoids, including curcumin, are specific compounds found within turmeric root. This product uses a standardised extract, so each capsule's 400mg of turmeric extract is guaranteed to contain 372mg (93%) curcuminoids.
Is Solgar Turmeric Root Extract suitable for vegans?
Yes. The capsule shell is made from hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose rather than gelatine, and the product is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Can I take this if I'm on medication or have surgery planned?
Curcumin may affect normal blood clotting, so if you take blood-thinning medication or have a procedure planned, speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product. It's recommended to stop taking turmeric supplements at least two weeks before an elective surgical procedure.
How long will one pack last?
Each pack contains 60 vegetable capsules. Taken at the labelled dose of one capsule a day, one pack provides around two months' supply.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Standardised Turmeric Root Extract (Curcuma longa) 400mg, providing 372mg (93%) curcuminoids, per vegetable capsule.
Other ingredients: Vegetable capsule shell (hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), and a powdered antioxidant blend (PhytO2X) containing beta-carotene and L-ascorbic acid, added to help maintain freshness.
Additional information: Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya and yeast, with no artificial preservatives, sweeteners or flavours. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Usage and Instructions
Take one vegetable capsule daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the stated dose.
Warnings
Turmeric supplements have been linked in UK food safety reviews to rare cases of liver problems, so the following precautions apply:
- Avoid this product if you have gallstones, a bile duct obstruction, or any other liver or biliary condition, as turmeric extracts may trigger symptoms or affect the liver.
- If you take blood-thinning medication or have surgery planned, speak to your GP or pharmacist before use; curcumin may affect normal blood clotting, so stop taking this product at least two weeks before an elective procedure.
- Use with caution if you have a hormone-sensitive condition such as breast cancer or endometriosis, as curcumin may have weak oestrogen-like effects.
- Do not exceed the stated daily dose.
- Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Side Effects
Turmeric supplements have been associated with the following reported effects, most of which are mild:
- Digestive symptoms such as diarrhoea, constipation, bloating, wind, indigestion, nausea or reflux - the most commonly reported effects.
- Skin reactions such as itching, rash or swelling - uncommon.
- Changes in heart rate or rhythm - uncommon.
- Liver-related reactions - rare; see Warnings for who should avoid this product.
