The Claim
A low-dose water-dispersible turmeric extract containing 60% natural curcuminoids, administered at 250 mg once daily for 90 days, significantly reduces knee pain in adults aged 45–75 with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, the mean reduction in VAS pain score from baseline to day 90 was 14.41 points in the turmeric group versus 6.02 points in the placebo group (p < 0.0001), corresponding to a 25.05% improvement versus 10.57% in placebo, with a large effect size (Cohen's d = 1.07).
What the research says
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A daily 250 mg supplement of turmeric extract with 60% curcuminoids reduces knee pain in adults aged 45–75 with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis. In a double-blind trial, the supplement lowered pain scores by 14.41 points over 90 days, while placebo lowered them by 6.02 points—a 25.05% improvement compared to 10.57%.
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A low-dose water-dispersible turmeric extract containing 60% natural curcuminoids, administered at 250 mg once daily for 90 days, significantly reduces knee pain in adults aged 45–75 with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, the mean reduction in VAS pain score from baseline to day 90 was 14.41 points in the turmeric group versus 6.02 points in the placebo group (p < 0.0001), corresponding to a 25.05% improvement versus 10.57% in placebo, with a large effect size (Cohen's d = 1.07).
The curcuminoids in the turmeric extract get into the knee joint. They stop the production of inflammatory chemicals that cause swelling and pain. They also neutralize damaging free radicals. This reduces the swelling inside the knee and calms the pain nerves, making the knee hurt less and move better.
What the research says
1 studyThis study tested the exact turmeric supplement and dose mentioned in the claim, and it found that people taking it had much less knee pain than those on a dummy pill.
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