Curcumin Phytosome - Sustained Release

Thorne Curcumin Phytosome – Sustained Release delivers Meriva®, the most clinically studied curcumin extract available, formulated with phytosome technology for significantly greater absorption than standard curcumin. It supports a healthy inflammatory response, joint comfort, and antioxidant defense as part of a daily wellness routine.

Thorne's Curcumin Phytosome, as Meriva®, helps maintain a healthy inflammatory response throughout the body. Curcumin Phytosome - Sustained Release provides relief from occasional aches, joint stiffness, and muscle soreness.*

Used in Asia for thousands of years, curcumin is a potent antioxidant that offers multiple health benefits, including support of joint, liver, GI, eyes, and cardiovascular function.* Normally, however, curcumin is poorly absorbed in the bloodstream, whether it comes from food or nutritional supplements. Thorne's Curcumin Phytosome, as Meriva, is the most clinically studied curcumin on the market, is a unique curcumin extract with significantly better absorption than other curcumin extracts.* In fact, a human study demonstrated 29-times greater absorption than with ordinary curcumin.*

Curcumin is an antioxidant flavonoid that helps maintain the body's normal inflammatory response through optimization of cytokine production.* The superior curcumin absorption is attributable to a unique formula that contains three curcuminoids (95% curcuminoid material) and is based on Indena S.p.A.'s proprietary "phytosome" technology. A phytosome is a plant extract bound to a phospholipid (from sunflower oil). Phospholipids are essential components of all human cells; and although the body makes phospholipids, such as phosphatidylcholine and phosphatidylserine, phospholipids can also be obtained from food or nutritional supplements. When taken orally, phospholipids are very well absorbed. The proprietary phytosome technology utilized in Curcumin Phytosome attaches a curcumin extract to a phospholipid, which optimizes the curcumin's absorption.* Supplementation results in higher plasma concentrations of curcumin from a much smaller amount than with ordinary curcumin supplementation.*

Turmeric is widely studied for its health-promoting properties. It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as Ayurvedic medicine, for more than 2,000 years. Curcumin is turmeric’s most active component and provides numerous health benefits, including support for joint function and mobility, liver and gut health, cardiovascular function. Curcumin is also a potent antioxidant.*

Curcumin Phytosome - Sustained Release contains 250 mg of curcumin phytosome complex per capsule.

Suggested Use:

Take 1-2 capsules two times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Warnings:

ALLERGY WARNING

This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

PREGNANCY

If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.

INTERACTIONS

Curcumin has been shown to reduce the therapeutic efficacy of cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) in animal studies. In vitro research revealed that curcumin decreased camptothecin-induced death of cultured breast cancer cells. Curcumin might also interfere with the absorption and efficacy of the chemotherapy drug irinotecan, used to treat colon cancer. The concurrent use of curcumin with these agents should be avoided.

Who This Curcumin Formula Is Built For

• Active individuals managing muscle soreness: Meriva® curcumin supports recovery from occasional muscle soreness and stiffness that can follow physical activity.
• Those prioritizing joint comfort: Regular use may help maintain joint flexibility and ease occasional stiffness as part of an ongoing wellness regimen.
• Antioxidant-focused routines: Curcumin's potent antioxidant properties make this a meaningful addition for anyone supporting long-term cellular health.
• People who've struggled with standard curcumin absorption: The proprietary phytosome delivery system addresses the well-known bioavailability limitations of conventional curcumin supplements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Thorne Curcumin Phytosome different from regular curcumin supplements?

Thorne's formula uses Meriva®, a patented phytosome technology from Indena S.p.A. that binds curcuminoids to enhance absorption — a human study cited by Thorne demonstrated 29-times greater absorption compared to ordinary curcumin.

What does 'sustained release' mean for this curcumin supplement?

The sustained release format is designed to support gradual delivery of curcumin over time, making it well-suited as a consistent part of a daily wellness routine rather than a single-dose approach.

What areas of health does Thorne Curcumin Phytosome support?

According to Thorne, this formula supports a healthy inflammatory response throughout the body, along with joint, liver, GI, eye, and cardiovascular function, alongside its antioxidant benefits.