Healthy Supplements

Thursday March 24th
Turmeric Side Effects – 4 Harmful Effects and How To Avoid Them
Turmeric is a herb and a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, and has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine for centuries. However, if taken incorrectly or in too high doses for example, you could get some turmeric side effects.

Here Are The Main Turmeric Side Effects

#1 Upset Stomach

If taken in high doses, for example over 1000 or 2000mg a day, it is possible to experience a laxative effect and stomach cramps.

This tends to happen when taking powders or supplements without a protective enteric coating to help them avoid being released in the stomach.

#2 Nausea

This again tends to be the result of taking poor quality turmeric extracts and again in high amounts, although everyone reacts differently.

#3 Bio-Availability (Absorption)

Although not classified directly as one of the main turmeric side effects, this leads you to not gaining any of the many benefits this herb has to offer.

It is very hard for the body to absorb on its own and it should be combined with other nutrients that help facilitate the absorption. Piperine from black pepper and bromelain help increase the amount entering your bloodstream and the benefits to you.

#4 Pre-Existing Conditions

People who have pre-existing conditions, for example liver and gallbladder disorders, should consult their doctor and discuss the potential side effects of turmeric before taking this herb.

The main point here is that if you take a quality supplement at the right dose, it is highly unlikely you will experience any side effects as most people tolerate turmeric well.

As I mentioned earlier, a quality natural supplement with many other nutrients is essential to get the maximum benefits and significantly increase the absorption. When combined synergistically like this, you only need around 50mg a day for the optimal dose, negating the need for potentially higher and unproven doses.

The enteric coating is used on high quality supplements so they are released in the upper intestine for the maximum effect and do not cause any stomach problems.

The many benefits include improved cardiovascular health, powerful anti-cancer properties, better circulation, improved mental health and better skin tone and health.

Now you know how to avoid the turmeric side effects, you can get the maximum benefits instead to help you live a longer and much healthier life.

If you would like to find out more about the nutritional supplements containing turmeric which my family and I use on a daily basis, click here.

To your good health,

Ric Hawkins