What Happens To Your Body If You Eat Turmeric For 30 Days?

About this video

• Video Title: What Happens To Your Body If You Eat Turmeric For 30 Days?
• Channel: Dr. Sten Ekberg
• Speakers: Dr. Sten Ekberg
• Duration: 28:14

Overview

This video explores the benefits and absorption challenges of consuming turmeric. Dr. Sten Ekberg explains how turmeric works in the body, the limitations of traditional consumption methods, and how newer formulations, like those involving fenugreek, significantly improve absorption and efficacy. The video details potential benefits in the gut, bloodstream, and cells, outlining what to expect after 30 days of consistent use.

Key takeaways

• Turmeric Absorption is Key: Simply consuming turmeric doesn't guarantee its benefits because less than 1% is absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream, and even less into cells.
• Traditional vs. Advanced Turmeric: Regular turmeric primarily offers benefits within the gut (feeding good bacteria, strengthening the gut barrier, reducing inflammation). Adding pepper increases bloodstream absorption but can compromise gut integrity.
• Fenugreek Enhances Absorption: A "colloidal complex" created with fenugreek seed fiber significantly increases turmeric absorption into the bloodstream (15-30%) and cells (25-40 times more) without compromising gut health.
• Cellular Benefits are Profound: When absorbed into cells, turmeric's active component, curcumin, can influence gene expression, reduce inflammation, boost natural antioxidants, support mitochondria, and offer neuroprotective benefits.
• 30-Day Expectation: Initial benefits within 7-10 days might include improved digestion and reduced bloating. Over 30 days, systemic effects like reduced inflammation, clearer thinking, and better energy levels are anticipated, especially with enhanced absorption methods.