Effects of 8 Weeks of Turmeric Ingestion on Physiology and Wellbeing in Healthy Older Adults

Exploring the Effects of an 8-week Turmeric Supplementation on Aspects of Physiology and Wellbeing in Healthy Older Adults

Curcumin (a bioactive compound found in turmeric) has demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and there is evidence to suggest that it may produce improvements in quality of life and markers of health in humans with various conditions. To date, the research has often focussed on the effects of curcumin in human participants with a particular condition. However, turmeric contains hundreds of other bioactive compounds (including other curcuminoids and essential oils) and may be able to benefit a wide range of older adults. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the effects of twice daily consumption of a turmeric beverage for 8-weeks on the physiology and wellbeing of older adults (versus placebo).

Inclusion Criteria:

- Body Mass Index between 18.5-39.9.

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of, or currently diagnosed with, a cardiovascular disease.
• Diagnosed with diabetes.
• Diagnosed with a liver, lung, or kidney disease.
• Diagnosed with osteoporosis.
• Diagnosed with dementia.
• Diagnosed with cancer.
• Use of medications/supplements/herbal remedies with human evidence of a significant interaction with turmeric.
• Allergy to turmeric, lemon, black pepper, watermelon, water, pineapple, magnesium or vitamin C.
• Pregnant, attempting to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• Regular (once per week or more) use of turmeric shots / supplements within the last 3 months.