Kerala, India—A new study has found that a branded turmeric extract could potentially help lessen damage from Alzheimer’s disease on organs other than the brain, according to a press release from Arjuna Natural Pvt, makers of Curcugreen/BCM-95 turmeric extract. Alzheimer’s disease is marked by progressive deficit in memory and cognitive...
Mumbai, India—Nutriventia, a brand from Inventia Healthcare, has announced a new study on its branded turmeric ingredient TurmXTRA 60N, published in Clinical Pharmacology: Advances and Applications. The 90-day, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical trial was conducted in 96 healthy adults who experienced chronic knee pain following physical exertion. The findings: The...
Bloomingdale, IL—NOW Foods has tested curcumin/turmeric extract products sold on Amazon, and has identified issues with potency, heavy metals, mislabeling, and adulteration, according to a press release. NOW tested 23 unknown brand product samples and two NOW products, all purchased from Amazon in June 2021. With regards to potency, the...
Gaia Herbs has extended its Turmeric Supreme line with two new USDA Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified gummy supplements: Turmeric Supreme Adult Daily Gummies and Turmeric Supreme Extra Strength Gummies. The new gummies have a citrus flavor and are sweetened only with real fruit without any added colors or...
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition has found that TurmiPure Gold, a branded curcumin extract from Naturex, is bioavailable at a low dose. The randomized, cross-over pharmacokinetic study was performed on 30 healthy adults, and included what the press release calls “the most exhaustive quantification of curcuminoids metabolites...
Green Bay, WI—Two new studies have been published on BCM-95 curcumin, bringing the product’s total number of studies up to 73, according to a press release from Terry Naturally/EuroPharma, which uses the branded ingredient in its CuraMed product. BCM-95 is a branded ingredient from Arjuna Natural. One study examined the...
Dorot Gardens has introduced a fresh-to-frozen cubed form of turmeric. The Frozen Crushed Turmeric contains no preservatives or artificial ingredients. It is vegan, gluten-free, and free of dairy, soy, or nuts. It is also non-GMO, OU kosher, and halal. Sold in 2.5 oz. packages of 16 cubes (MSRP: $2.99 ). ...
Moksha Holistic Center has introduced Golden Ice-Spice, a turmeric-infused ice cream. Made in Central Valley, CA, the turmeric in the ice cream is intended to aid digestion and support heart health, the company says. 7045 N Maple Ave., Ste. 101 Fresno, CA 93720, www.mokshaholisticcenter.com...
University Park, PA—Spices may reduce the inflammatory impact of a high-fat, high-carb meal, according to a new study from Penn State. In a randomized, controlled feeding study, 12 overweight or obese men between the ages of 40 and 65 with at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease were given...
Austin, TX—The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has announced the publication of a new Laboratory Guidance Document (LGD) on turmeric raw material and products, according to a press release. While turmeric has a long history of use, the release notes, its popularity has only recently surged in countries outside...
