Bluebonnet Standardized Turmeric Root Extract
Brand: Bluebonnet · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence shows that Bluebonnet Standardized Turmeric Root Extract is a supplement containing a plant-based compound. However, the specific data provided does not include any clinical studies or health claims directly related to turmeric or its active ingredient, curcumin. We must be transparent: the data available focuses entirely on calcium, not turmeric. For turmeric-specific benefits, data is not available in the provided information [NIH ODS].
How it works
Since the data provided pertains to calcium rather than turmeric, we can only describe the mechanism of a different ingredient. Calcium functions as a master regulator for bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, aiding muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For how turmeric root extract works in the body, data is not available from the provided sources.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements in this database. For the specific ingredient calcium, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium supplements may reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For turmeric-specific side effects, data is not available from the provided information.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Without specific turmeric data from the provided sources, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this product. If you are considering this supplement, we advise consulting your healthcare provider first. Be aware that calcium interactions with several medications can be significant [NIH ODS]. For turmeric root extract benefits and risks, please seek information from a qualified healthcare professional, as data is not available in the provided materials.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Bluebonnet |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
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Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide