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3 TIPS TO CHOOSE THE BEST TURMERIC SUPPLEMENT

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We know turmeric can ease joint pain, improve cognitive function, alleviate digestive issues, and support the immune system because it contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called curcuminoids which are highly concentrated in turmeric extract.

But do we know how to choose the best turmeric supplement?

On Amazon, you’ll see turmeric supplements with thousands of reviews. Did you know most of these companies buy reviews and care more about their profits than your health? It sounds harsh, but its the truth.

These companies only give you a fraction of what you need. Instead of giving you turmeric extract, they fill their capsules with turmeric powder. Most independent studies show you need turmeric extract (not powder) to get the health benefits listed above.

If you want to get the health benefits of turmeric extract, then you need to follow these three tips:

  • Know how much turmeric extract is in each capsule
  • Know if your turmeric is contaminated by lead
  • Know whether your turmeric can be absorbed by your body

 

Tip #1: Know how much turmeric extract is in each capsule

Dozens of independent studies show you need 500-2000 mg of turmeric extract PER DAY for approximately 1-month to get health benefits. Many turmeric supplements only give you 50-100 mgs of turmeric extract per capsule. You would have to take 15-30 capsules per day from most turmeric brands to get the optimal dose of turmeric for inflammation and other health issues. It would be unrealistic to take so many capsules each day on top of all the other supplements or medications you may take.

Is it possible to get benefits from taking less than 500 mgs of turmeric extract per day? It's possible but there isn't much research to support taking a low dose of turmeric because nearly all of the studies used at least 500 mgs of turmeric extract per day. You will greatly increase your chance of getting anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits by taking a high potency Turmeric like Active Atoms.

Active Atoms Turmeric Extract has 15x more turmeric extract than many turmeric brands. One capsule of Active Atoms contains 750 mgs of turmeric extract making it the highest potency turmeric available. As a comparison, the top-selling turmeric supplement on Amazon only contains 50 mgs of turmeric extract per capsule yet they advertise their supplement as the "highest potency turmeric available."

Why would other companies give you such a low amount of turmeric extract when the studies recommend you get at least 500 mgs per day for therapeutic benefits?

Many turmeric brands give you 50-100 mg of turmeric extract per capsule because turmeric extract is more expensive to source. They fill their capsules with turmeric powder instead of turmeric extract so they can make more money.

Turmeric powder which is also used as a spice for cooking only contains 4-6% curcuminoids compared to our turmeric extract which contains 95% curcuminoids. Some extracts contain less than 95% curcuminoids, but our extract contains the highest percentage of curcuminoids available. The curcuminoids are the active ingredients in the turmeric plant shown by studies to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and immune-supporting properties. Curcumin is only one type of curcuminoid, but it's the most well-researched one.

We find it unfortunate that many turmeric companies intentionally mislead their customers by claiming they have the "highest potency turmeric available" when their capsules are filled with powder which is not as effective as the extract. In other cases, they hide the true amount of their extract in a proprietary blend so you can't figure out how many milligrams of turmeric extract are in each capsule.

Many companies will advertise a high amount of turmeric on the front of their bottle or ads, but the daily recommended dosage is for 2-3 capsules. The actual amount of milligrams of Turmeric Extract per capsule is much lower than is needed according to independant studies. Here are just a few examples of top companies on Amazon marketing you through misleading tactics. :

Misleading Turmeric Claims: 5 examples

 

Tip #2: Know if your turmeric is contaminated by lead

A 2019 study led by Stanford researchers discovered that many turmeric products are contaminated by lead. Lead toxicity is a serious concern that can cause brain and nerve damage. Even though lead is found in trace amounts in many types of foods and household products, the amount of lead in turmeric found by researchers was considered harmful.

In fact, there were reports of lead contamination in turmeric products before this 2019 Stanford study, but most turmeric companies do not send their turmeric to an independent lab to test for lead. If you visit their websites or Amazon listing, you won't find any information about lead testing.

We send our turmeric regularly to an independent lab in the United States to test for lead. According to strict standards, our lab results show undetectable traces of lead. You can see the lab results for Active Atoms Turmeric Extract below and we have provided a larger image of our lab report on the home page of our website.

When we first began our company, our close friends and family were the first people taking our turmeric and we didn’t want our loved ones to be exposed to lead contamination.

We obviously don't want anyone to be exposed to it and we will continue to regularly test for lead and other heavy metals.

Tip #3: Know whether your turmeric can be absorbed by your body

You have heard the phrase, “You are what you eat.” More accurately, “You are what you absorb.” Turmeric is known to be poorly absorbed by the body. If you take turmeric without black pepper or fatty foods than it's not likely to be absorbed by the gut and enter the bloodstream to provide your body with anti-inflammatory and immune-supporting benefits.

Our turmeric contains BioPerine® which is a patented and purified form of black pepper extract. BioPerine® contains a higher percentage of black pepper which enhances the absorption of turmeric by the body. Comparing BioPerine® and black pepper would be like comparing turmeric extract with turmeric powder. Since BioPerine® is an extract, it contains a higher percentage of piperine, the active ingredient in black pepper.

The company that developed BioPerine® describes it as a "thermonutrient" because of its ability to enhance the body’s natural thermogenic activity. Other turmeric brands may contain black pepper extract, but BioPerine® is a more potent form of black pepper extract.

There are studies showing that BioPerine® can enhance the absorption of turmeric by 2000%. One capsule of Active Atoms has 5 mgs of BioPerine® which is 2x more than several popular brands.

Why is Active Atoms Turmeric Extract the best choice for you?

In summary, Active Atoms Turmeric Extract is the highest potency turmeric on the market at this time. If you compare the labels from different turmeric supplements, you'll find that we have the most turmeric extract and BioPerine® per capsule to support your body with the right ingredients for cellular health.

 

The scientific literature is overwhelming for curcumin/turmeric extract. There are over 30,000 references to it in the National Institute of Health's (NIH) PMC database.

High potency curcumin (turmeric extract standardized to contain 95% curcuminoids) has been shown to reduce joint pain in people who have knee arthritis. It helps to improve memory and brain health. It shows positive benefits for people with mood disorders such as depression or anxiety. In addition, it helps the digestive and immune systems especially the conditions associated with excessive systemic inflammation.

Turmeric extract doesn't target just one part of the body. It affects the whole person at the cellular level to provide real health benefits that can be felt. Even if you don't feel a noticeable improvement, you can feel confident knowing you are getting the right dose of turmeric to provide the benefits shown in the studies.

Since we send our turmeric to an independent lab to test for lead, you can also feel confident that our turmeric supplement is not contaminated by lead - something that can't be said for other turmeric supplements.  We value transparency and have provided the full lab report on the home page of our website.

In case you are concerned about absorption issues with turmeric, Active Atoms contains BioPerine®, a patented form of black pepper extract shown to improve the absorption of turmeric by 2000%. Turmeric extracts containing black pepper extract were often used in studies. This is important to us because we do our best to follow the recommendations of scientific literature from sources like PubMed and the National Institue of health.

The Arthritis Foundation and various cancer centers around the United States advocate for the use of curcumin/turmeric extract to support the body. Many researchers, registered dieticians, nutritionists, doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors agree that turmeric is a healthy choice.

Whenever you make a decision, it's good to weigh the pros and cons. For most people, it seems like the benefits of high potency turmeric extract far outweigh the risks, but we still recommend you consult with your doctor before trying any dietary supplements and decide for yourself whether its right for you.

We have a 5-star rating on Amazon and the testimonials of people improving their health while taking our high-powered formula are worth reading. Because we are so confident you will see results within 3-4 weeks, we offer a 100-day money-back guarantee.

If you are ready to support your body with a healthy inflammatory and immune response, then be sure to choose the best turmeric supplement. We have done our research and getting the right amount of turmeric extract with excellent absorption looks like the winning recipe.

You can order Active Atoms Turmeric Extract on our website or on Amazon.com. You can also visit our Learning Center to learn more about the benefits of Turmeric Extract for various health issues.

About Dr. Marc Robinson, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT