Thread by @MetabolicFactor

Turmeric is the most clinically studied spice on earth.

It fights inflammation, protects joints, and upgrades your immune system.

But most people take it wrong.

Here’s what the research really says—and how to use it properly 🧵

1. Curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory.

It targets chronic inflammation—the root of pain, fatigue, and aging.

Unlike drugs, it works without damaging your gut or liver.

It heals from the inside out.

2. It doesn’t just fight bugs.

Turmeric enhances immune intelligence.

It balances your system to kill real threats…

Without triggering overreactions like allergies or autoimmunity.

3. It relieves pain—without side effects.

In multiple clinical trials, curcumin matched ibuprofen for arthritis.

But unlike NSAIDs:

– No ulcers
– No GI bleeding
– No long-term damage

Just pure pain relief.

4. It upgrades your brain.

Curcumin crosses the blood-brain barrier and increases BDNF.

BDNF helps your brain grow new neurons and make stronger connections.

That means:

– Better memory
– Faster learning
– Improved mood

5. But turmeric alone won’t cut it.

Your body barely absorbs raw turmeric.

Without help, you’ll miss out on most of its benefits.

So how do you fix it?

6. Add black pepper or healthy fats.

Black pepper contains piperine—it boosts curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%.

Fat helps too.

Never take turmeric without one of them.

7. Here’s how to do it right:

– Use curcumin extract (not raw powder)
– Make sure it’s 95% curcuminoids
– Take 500–2,000mg per day
– Combine with black pepper or a fatty meal

Golden milk isn’t enough.

8. Turmeric works across your entire system.

→ Nervous system
→ Immune system
→ Joints & muscles

You can’t out-train chronic inflammation.

But you can outsmart it.

Final takeaway:

Turmeric is more than a spice—it’s smart medicine.

Stack it right. Stay consistent.

And your body will thank you.

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