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Frequently Asked Questions
Curcumin is sought after for its extremely powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Heavy strength training causes microtraumas and inflammatory processes in the muscles and joints. Curcumin acts almost like "natural ibuprofen"—it suppresses inflammation, significantly relieves the pain of overworked joints, and shortens overall recovery time.
The difference lies in concentration and effectiveness. Turmeric (the yellow spice) contains only about 3% of the active ingredient curcumin in its natural state. To get the dose needed for a real reduction of inflammation in the body from the spice alone, you would have to eat huge amounts of it daily. High-quality dietary supplements, therefore, use a highly concentrated extract.
It is absolutely crucial for the supplement to work at all! Curcumin on its own has terrible bioavailability in the human body (the body cannot absorb it well and quickly excretes it). However, by adding piperine (black pepper extract), the absorption of curcumin is increased by an incredible 2000%. Therefore, always only buy supplements enriched with pepper extract (often trademarked as Bioperine®).
Absolutely yes. Studies repeatedly confirm that curcumin supplementation significantly reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), which sets in 24 to 48 hours after a demanding workout. By suppressing inflammatory markers in the body, you will feel less "beat up" and can return to full training performance sooner.
Curcumin is a fat-soluble substance. In order for it to be optimally absorbed in the intestines and pass into the bloodstream, it is absolutely essential to take it along with a meal that contains healthy fats (e.g., avocado, nuts, eggs, olive oil). In terms of timing, it is best to take it with your main meal of the day or with a larger post-workout meal.
