Curcumin & Turmeric
Curcumin is a yellow pigment derived from the rhizomes of the curcuma plant (Curcuma longa) also known as turmeric. Apart from having been used as a spice and yellow dye for centuries, this herb is also widely renowned for its beneficial health effects. Curcumin is the most researched phytonutrient in the world, and its working mechanisms have been extensively documented. Tip: consider our 100% natural and organic BCM-95 curcuma!
100% natural curcumin
Curcumin (also called curcuma) has been used for centuries in India and Pakistan and is widely described as a 'gift of nature'. The turmeric plant is a member of the ginger family and is 100% natural. Curcumin is characterized by a mild, yet spicy flavor and is well-known for its ubiquitous use in Indian and Pakistani curry dishes. Curcumin, derived from the turmeric plant, appears to be contributing to health improvement in various ways.
Positive effects of turmeric powder
The long history and reputation of the turmeric plant have resulted in detailed description of its health properties. For example, the bioactive part of the turmeric plant, curcumin, has been found to contribute to an increase in vitality and improved immune status. In addition, it keeps you young, it has a cyto-(cell-)protective effect, and across a variety of conditions it acts as a true medicinal plant.
Rapid absorption with BCM-95® curcumin
Curcumin is an antioxidant with a diverse range of positive effects. While these positive effects have been well-established, absorption of curcumin into bodily tissues is known to be very poor in general. Our product range therefore includes BCM-95® curcumin. Thanks to a special production method, the curcumin in this variant is absorbed into the body up to eight times faster than a standard curcumin extract. What’s more, BCM-95® curcumin is extraordinarily long-acting—being bio-active for about ten hours—and is produced on a 100% natural and organic basis.
Curcumin tablets or turmeric powder
Our product range contains curcuma in the form of softgels, capsules and turmeric powder. Turmeric powder consists of powerful combinations of various pure ingredients. The advantage of turmeric powder is that it is easy to include in your breakfast shake or smoothie. Curcuma tablets and capsules are easy to take with a meal as well. Whatever you prefer. If you are unsure which curcuma product suits you best, feel free to ask us for advice.
Curcumin powder
Of course MegaFood also offers its very own curcuma powder. This curcumin comes from Hawaii and is grown fully organically. The curcuma powder can easily be blended with your shake or smoothie!