Curcumin
Curcumin is the main polyphenol in turmeric (Curcuma longa). It tunes several inflammatory and oxidative pathways, including NF-kB and Nrf2. But there is a big practical problem. Plain curcumin is barely absorbed when you swallow it. So supplements add piperine, or use phospholipid or nanoparticle formulations. Those boost how much gets in. Meta-analyses suggest modest drops in inflammation markers, joint pain, and some blood lipids. But the effects vary a lot. They depend on the formulation and the study quality. Evidence for a direct longevity benefit in humans is limited.
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