Puritan's Pride Turmeric Curcumin 500 mg
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Puritan's Pride Turmeric Curcumin 500 mg contains one main ingredient: Turmeric Curcumin. However, based on the data provided, we cannot make specific health claims about turmeric curcumin because the scientific data available for review is for a different ingredient — Calcium. Data not available for turmeric curcumin's specific mechanisms or benefits.
How it works
Since the data provided covers Calcium, not turmeric curcumin, we can only describe how calcium works. Calcium supports bone mineralization by helping your body deposit minerals into bone tissue for density and strength. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, aiding in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Data not available for how turmeric curcumin works.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine 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]. Data not available for turmeric curcumin side effects or report counts.
Our recommendation
Because the data provided does not include specific information on turmeric curcumin — its benefits, dosage, or side effects — we cannot make a confident recommendation for Puritan's Pride Turmeric Curcumin 500 mg. Data not available for this product's effects. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications, as calcium supplements may reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Rapid Release Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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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).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide