Nature's Sunshine Turmeric Curcumin

Our assessment

The evidence shows that the specific product, Nature's Sunshine Turmeric Curcumin, has no available data on its individual ingredients or effects. However, the primary ingredient in many supplements like this is often paired with other compounds. Based on the data provided, we can only analyze the ingredient Calcium, which is listed in the NIH ODS data. Our assessment is that this product’s formulation is not supported by the data provided, and we cannot make a recommendation for its use based on the available information.

How it works

If this product contained Calcium, it would function as a master regulator for bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, without specific ingredient data for Nature's Sunshine Turmeric Curcumin, we cannot confirm how this product works.

Safety profile

Data not available for the specific product. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements [FDA data]. For the ingredient Calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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].

Our recommendation

We cannot recommend Nature's Sunshine Turmeric Curcumin based on the data provided. The available information does not list the ingredients for this product, and the only related ingredient data (Calcium) does not match the product name. For any supplement, you should always check the label for a complete list of ingredients and consult your healthcare provider before starting. Data not available for a safe or effective dose of this specific product.

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• 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).
• Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.

Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide