Turmeric is a plant whose roots are ground and used as a spice in foods. Curcuminoids are active compounds found in turmeric, with curcumin being one of those compounds.

Since turmeric’s tendency to clump together is one of the main reasons for its poor absorption, researchers figured out that breaking up these clumps can greatly improve absorption. In order to do this, scientists combined turmeric with a carbohydrate called gamma cyclodextrin. Gamma cyclodextrin is a donut shaped molecule that surrounds and separates the turmeric. This allows it to disperse in water and increases the amount of turmeric absorbed by the body. We use this technology in our Qunol Turmeric products in order to greatly improve the absorption.

With so many options available, it can be hard to know which turmeric supplement is right for you. Turmeric is difficult for our body to absorb, which is why the addition of an absorption enhancer is essential. Black pepper extract (piperine) can help enhance the absorption of turmeric, but an absorption enhancer called gamma cyclodextrin can provide even better absorption.

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