Why should you use curcumin? To spice things up! June 10th is National Herbs and Spices Day, a special day that celebrates the diverse array of herbs and spices used in cuisines worldwide.

Herbs and spices are an integral part of cooking, adding flavor, aroma, and health benefits to dishes. They have been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes and have also been associated with cultural and religious practices. National Herbs and Spices Day is an opportunity to appreciate and explore the vast variety of herbs and spices available and learn about their benefits and uses. It is a chance to experiment with new flavors, try out new recipes, and appreciate the richness and diversity of the world's cuisines. This day is also an excellent opportunity to support local farmers and spice sellers and to promote sustainable and organic farming practices.

Curcumin

Curcumin is a unique ingredient for supplements because of its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as its potential health benefits. Here are a few factors that make curcumin a unique and valuable ingredient for supplements:

+ Long History of Use: Curcumin has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This long history of use provides some evidence for its safety and efficacy.

+ Wide Range of Potential Health Benefits: Curcumin has been studied for its potential health benefits in a variety of areas, including helping to balance inflammation, supporting brain health, and its antioxidant properties can help protect the body against oxidative stress, a key factor in aging. This makes it a valuable ingredient for supplements targeting these health concerns.

+ Natural Compound: Curcumin is a natural compound found in the spice turmeric, which makes it an attractive ingredient for supplements marketed as natural or organic.

+ Well-Tolerated: Curcumin has been found to be generally well-tolerated, with few reported side effects in studies. This makes it a safe and appealing ingredient for supplements, particularly for those looking for natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals.

What Stratum Can Offer

Curcumin 95

There’s no question why curcumin is such a hot ingredient. Curcumin is a natural, food-sourced ingredient that helps balance the body’s inflammatory response. Vast, published research shows its ability to provide antioxidant capabilities that can support brain health and joint health. Our Curcumin 95 is carbon-14 tested to ensure you get efficacious, unadulterated, quality curcumin in your formula.

curQ+®

The health benefits of turmeric are well known, but the absorption of the active component, curcumin, is very poor. CurQplus® greatly increases the absorption of curcumin with a unique, coconut oil-based dispersion technology. With CurQplus®, a much lower dose makes a little curcumin go a long way!

*These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.