What is MediHerb Turmeric Forte?
Short answer: MediHerb Turmeric Forte is a turmeric tablet with added fenugreek seed extract. The herbs support a healthy inflammatory response.
More detail: Dr. Katie Snow, Pharm.D., counts it among the clinic's preferred turmeric products. She says it addresses several of the biggest problems with ordinary turmeric supplements: potency, standardization, and absorption. Browse more MediHerb supplements.
- One tablet holds extract made from 6.44 grams of turmeric root.
- That extract carries 101.3 mg of curcuminoids. Of that amount, 82.5 mg is curcumin.
- Each tablet is standardized, so it holds a known amount of total curcuminoids and of curcumin.
- Our organic turmeric guide names it the favorite among traditional turmeric pills and capsules.
Turmeric Forte vs drugstore turmeric: what is the difference?
Short answer: The clinic's drugstore turmeric comparison says MediHerb Turmeric Forte gives a standardized curcumin amount, while many drugstore brands use turmeric alone. The tablet also adds fenugreek for absorption.
More detail: Dr. Katie Snow, Pharm.D., adds that a big milligram number on the front of a bottle can mislead. In one analysis, products labeled at a common 500 mg turmeric intake measured from only 16 mg to 554 mg of total curcuminoids. Read her pharmacist guide to turmeric supplements.
- Form: check whether the product is turmeric root powder or a standardized extract.
- Amount: look for total curcuminoids and curcumin on the label, not just milligrams of turmeric.
- Absorption: ask how the maker helps your body take in curcumin.
- Quality: ask what testing and sourcing steps stand behind the product.
Why does MediHerb Turmeric Forte pair turmeric with fenugreek?
Short answer: MediHerb Turmeric Forte pairs turmeric with fenugreek to help with absorption, because curcumin, an important active compound in turmeric, is hard for the body to take in.
More detail: Makers use different ways to raise curcumin absorption. Dr. Katie Snow, Pharm.D., likes that Turmeric Forte does not depend on piperine, a black pepper compound.
- Piperine can boost curcumin absorption, but Dr. Katie Snow notes it may change how the body handles many drugs.
- If a formula has piperine and you take prescriptions, talk with your pharmacist or practitioner. Supplements can interact with medications.
- MediHerb cites a clinical study of a curcumin and fenugreek fiber formulation. Bioavailability (the share your body can use) was 24.8 times as high as with an equal amount of unformulated curcuminoids.
Turmeric Forte benefits and uses
Short answer: MediHerb Turmeric Forte benefits and uses start with support for a healthy inflammatory response and joint health, from a tablet that pairs turmeric with fenugreek.
More detail: Dr. Katie Snow, Pharm.D., says turmeric is often used for a healthy inflammatory response, but she suggests first paying attention to what your body is telling you. Browse our bones and joints supplements.
- Liver, digestion, and antioxidants: the herbs also support liver function and digestive health and add antioxidant activity.
- Known amount: each standardized tablet carries 82.5 mg of curcumin. Dr. Katie Snow says she does not want to guess how much of the key plant compounds a patient receives.
- Convenience: our organic turmeric guide says a supplement brings turmeric into your day with little extra effort, unlike a pinch in your morning coffee.
- Use: follow the directions on the product label.
Is there an alternative to MediHerb Turmeric Forte?
Short answer: Yes. Dr. Eric Snow's Turmeric Power, a fermented turmeric and ginger product, is an alternative to MediHerb Turmeric Forte.
More detail: Looking for an alternative to Turmeric Forte? See Dr. Eric Snow's Turmeric Power, a fermented organic whole turmeric and ginger product from his own supplement line. Turmeric Power is not made by Standard Process.
- Form: Turmeric Power is mixed into food or drinks, while Turmeric Forte is a tablet.
- Ingredients: organic fermented turmeric root and organic fermented ginger root, plus organic gum acacia.
- Ginger: Turmeric Power contains ginger, and its product page lists who should not take it, such as people on blood-thinning medicines. Read that list before you order.
Turmeric Forte side effects and cautions: who should check first?
Short answer: Some people should check with a practitioner before taking MediHerb Turmeric Forte. That includes pregnant or nursing women, people on prescription medicines, and anyone with a medical condition or upcoming surgery.
More detail: Our fermented turmeric guide lists common side effects of turmeric supplements in general. Examples are upset stomach, diarrhea, rashes, headaches, bloating, gas, acid reflux, and nausea.
- Pregnant or nursing: the label says to skip it unless a qualified health care professional directs otherwise.
- Prescriptions and blood thinners: that guide says large doses of turmeric may cause easier bleeding and are not recommended with blood-thinning medicines such as Warfarin. With any prescription, ask your practitioner before starting MediHerb Turmeric Forte.
- Medical conditions or surgery: ask your health care professional before you start.
- Allergens: the facility that processes these tablets also makes other products containing milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanut, wheat, and soy.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Where can I buy MediHerb Turmeric Forte online?
Short answer: Buy MediHerb Turmeric Forte online from Snow Holistic Health in Lake Charles, LA.
More detail: Not sure if MediHerb Turmeric Forte fits your plan? Book a free 15-minute See if We Fit call with Dr. Snow, or contact our team with questions. MediHerb Turmeric Forte comes in 60-tablet and 180-tablet sizes.
