Which is the best turmeric for your well-being?
Lucas PINOS
10 min
Summary
Key takeaways
Bioavailability is the most important criterion when choosing your turmeric. Without it, even the best turmeric in the world will remain largely ineffective.
Patented forms such as Meriva®, NovaSOL® or TurmiPure Gold® offer the best guarantees of absorption and effectiveness.
Piperine improves absorption, but may have limitations, particularly for sensitive digestion.
High-quality turmeric displays standardization in curcuminoids, traceable origin, and clear certifications.
A course of treatment lasting a minimum of 2 to 3 months, taken with meals, optimizes the results.
Looking to incorporate turmeric into your wellness routine, but feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of options? Between powder, capsules, standardized extracts, and patented forms, the choice can seem daunting. Don't worry: this guide is here to shed some light on the subject and help you identify the best turmeric that truly meets your needs. We'll explain everything. 💛
Why bioavailability is key to effective turmeric
Understanding the bioavailability of turmeric
Bioavailability refers to an active ingredient's ability to be absorbed by your body and reach the bloodstream. This is where turmeric encounters its main challenge: curcumin, its primary active compound, has difficulty crossing the intestinal wall.
In practical terms, this means that consuming turmeric alone provides minimal amounts of curcumin to your body. Studies show that after ingesting regular turmeric, detectable traces in the blood remain almost nonexistent.
The different strategies for improving absorption
In light of this, several approaches have been developed to optimize the absorption of turmeric. Here's a short guide to help you understand them better:
- Association with lipids : curcumin being fat-soluble, its consumption with a source of fat facilitates its passage into the body;
- Standardized extracts : they guarantee a precise concentration of curcuminoids;
- Patented forms : they use advanced encapsulation technologies;
- Phospholipid complexes : they encase curcumin in a natural lipid matrix.
Each method has its advantages depending on your goals and profile.
Organic turmeric or patented turmeric: how to choose?
The benefits of organic turmeric
Organic turmeric offers several valuable guarantees. It is grown without synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers, which limits your exposure to potentially harmful residues. Organic certification also ensures traceability of crops and environmentally friendly production methods.
However, the organic label does not automatically guarantee better bioavailability. Even if it is of impeccable quality, conventional organic turmeric powder will still be poorly absorbed by your body.
The advantages of patented shapes
Patented turmerics address the challenge of absorption through studied technological processes. Among the most recognized forms are:
- Meriva® : combines curcumin with phospholipids, multiplying absorption up to 29 times;
- NovaSOL® : uses micellar technology for increased bioavailability;
- TurmiPure Gold® : encapsulated in natural plant fibers, 100% organic.
These innovations allow for significant amounts of curcumin to be delivered to your bloodstream in reasonable doses. Our Novoma turmeric uses the patented Meriva® turmeric to guarantee optimal effectiveness.
We recommend
Turmeric
Meriva® patented Turmeric extract, highly bioavailable and concentrated in curcumin
- ✅ Meriva®: the most absorbable form of curcumin
- ✅ High in curcumin
- ✅ Formula with ginger
- ✅ 2-month treatment
The essential criteria for identifying the best turmeric
Curcuminoid concentration
A high-quality turmeric extract should display a standardized curcuminoid content. The best products offer a concentration of at least 95% total curcuminoids, including curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, and bisdemethoxycurcumin.
This standardization ensures that each capsule delivers a consistent dose of active ingredients, unlike raw powder whose composition can vary from harvest to harvest.
Origin and traceability
The geographical origin of turmeric directly influences its quality. Turmeric originating from India, and more specifically from certain regions such as Tamil Nadu or Kerala, is renowned for its richness in active ingredients.
Choose brands that clearly display:
- The country of origin of their turmeric;
- The certifications obtained (organic, GMO-free, heavy metal-free);
- The extraction method used;
- Available laboratory analyses.
The overall composition of the supplement
Beyond turmeric itself, carefully examine the ingredient list. A quality supplement will limit excipients and avoid controversial additives such as titanium dioxide or artificial colors.
Some enriched formulas offer judicious combinations with other complementary natural active ingredients for a synergistic action.
The question of piperine: should it be combined with turmeric?
The principle of the turmeric-piperine combination
Piperine, extracted from black pepper, has long been touted as a miracle solution for improving turmeric absorption. A 1998 study showed that it could increase curcumin absorption up to 20 times.
This association is based on a simple mechanism: piperine increases the permeability of the intestinal wall, thus allowing more curcumin to pass into the blood.
However, piperine is also known to cause digestive discomfort. That's why we chose not to include it in our formula, offering a dietary supplement with 29 times greater bioavailability than conventional turmeric thanks to our Curcuma Meriva®.
Which form of turmeric should you choose based on your profile?
Let's look at this together. Here's a summary table to help you make the right choice:
Form of turmeric |
Bioavailability |
Benefits |
Ideal for |
Food powder |
Weak |
Economical, versatile in the kitchen, authentic flavor |
Everyday culinary use, recipes |
Classic standardized extract |
Low to moderate |
Guaranteed concentration of curcuminoids |
Occasional supplement |
Turmeric + Piperine |
Average |
Affordable cost, improved absorption |
People without digestive discomfort |
Meriva® (phospholipids) |
Very high (×29) |
Safe, thoroughly studied, proven bioavailability |
Joint comfort, regular use |
NovaSOL® (micelles) |
Very high (×185) |
Maximum absorption |
Specific needs at high doses |
TurmiPure Gold® |
Very high |
100% organic, made in France |
Searching for a natural and patented option |
Instructions: How to optimize your turmeric treatment
The perfect time to take your turmeric
To maximize the absorption of your turmeric supplement, take it during or after a meal containing a source of fat: olive oil, avocado, nuts, or even just a drizzle of vegetable oil.
This simple habit can significantly improve bioavailability, even with already optimized formulations.
The recommended duration of a treatment
A course of turmeric is ideally undertaken over a period of at least 2 to 3 months. The first effects on joint comfort may take several weeks to appear, while the effect on digestion may be felt more quickly.
You can repeat your treatment after a break of 2 to 4 weeks. Turmeric can be consumed long-term, provided the recommended dosages are followed.
To learn more about how to organize your treatment, consult our complete guide to successfully completing your turmeric treatment .
Precautions to be aware of
Turmeric is generally very well tolerated. However, a few precautions should be mentioned:
- If you are taking anticoagulant medication, talk to your wellness professional, as turmeric has natural blood-thinning properties;
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek advice;
- Always follow the dosages indicated by the manufacturer.
If you have any doubts about whether turmeric is suitable for your personal situation, do not hesitate to consult a qualified wellness professional.
Testimonials: User experiences with turmeric
Feedback from people who incorporate turmeric into their wellness routine is generally positive. Many report a gradual improvement in their joint comfort, better mobility upon waking, and a renewed sense of flexibility.
Others particularly appreciate turmeric's effect on their digestion, especially after heavy or fatty meals. Regular intake seems to be the key to seeing lasting results.
Users of patented forms like Meriva® frequently highlight the absence of digestive discomfort, unlike their previous experience with formulas containing piperine.
Price and value for money: how to find your way around?
Understanding price differences
The price of a turmeric supplement can vary considerably depending on several factors: the form used (standard or patented), the origin of the turmeric, the certifications obtained and the concentration of active ingredients.
A very inexpensive turmeric isn't necessarily a good deal if it's poorly absorbed. Conversely, the most expensive form isn't always the best suited to your specific needs.
Calculate the cost per effective dose
To objectively compare different products, consider the cost per effective dose rather than the price per capsule. A highly bioavailable form requires lower doses to achieve the same result as a conventional extract.
The patented formulations allow for equivalent blood concentrations to be achieved with significantly reduced amounts of extract. This approach allows you to assess the true quality-to-effectiveness ratio of your supplement.
Our selection: Novoma turmeric
At Novoma, we have chosen the patented Meriva® turmeric for our Turmeric supplement . This decision is based on three fundamental pillars:
- Proven effectiveness : robust clinical studies demonstrate its action;
- Safety : its long-term safety is perfectly documented;
- Made in France : we guarantee local production according to the most demanding quality standards.
Each capsule contains 300 mg of Meriva® turmeric combined with 150 mg of ginger. Our formula is 100% plant-based, piperine-free, and suitable for sensitive digestion.
Expand your knowledge with our comprehensive guide to turmeric and our article on the benefits of turmeric. 🌿
