Micellar Curcumin and Metabolic Syndrome Biomarkers

Effect of Micellar Curcumin on Inflammation and Lipid Metabolism Markers

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of micellar curcumin on inflammation and lipid metabolism markers in subjects at risk for the metabolic syndrome.

Inclusion criteria:

• Total cholesterol > 5.2 mmol/L
• LDL cholesterol > 3.4 mmol/L
• Triglyceride > 2.26 mmol/L
• CRP > 2 mg/L

Exclusion criteria:

• Intake of drugs or dietary supplements
• Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers
• Smokers
• Previous illnesses such as heart attack, cancer or dementia
• Addiction