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Turmeric Root Liquid Extract is derived from Curcuma longa, and may play a role in joint support.*

• Promotes a Healthy Inflammatory Response*
• Supports Proper Joint Movement and Lubrication*
• Promotes Healthy Functions of the Liver*

Indigenous to Southeastern and Eastern Asia, turmeric is a perennial member of the Zingiberaceae family that has been used for thousands of years as a traditional medicine, coloring agent and spice. Currently India accounts for much of its cultivation. Reports of its use as a medicine go as far back as 600 BC in Assyrian herbal accounts and can also be traced to Greek writings from Dioscorides. It has been used to support healthy digestion, promote cardiovascular health, and support the immune system as well as used topically and in the eyes in Ayurvedic medicine. In Western herbal medicine Turmeric is used as an aromatic bitter and for supporting healthy liver function.*

The main constituents of this rhizome are essential oils, including the sesquiterpene ketone Turmerone. The yellow pigments are water soluble and known as Curcumins. Most of the clinical research has been conducted in-vitro and primarily on animal cells using the isolated constituents. Curcumin (diferuloylmethane) is bio-transformed during and after gut absorption, so it remains the work of modern researchers to determine what activity can be attributed to its downstream metabolites after oral administration as opposed to intravenous injections.*

The fat soluble Turmerones are another well researched group of volatile oils in this rhizome. Turmeric extracts have shown considerable pharmacological activity, but the exact modes of its actions are not yet fully understood. Undoubtedly the medicinal activity of this healing plant is coming from more than just a couple of constituents, making it important to look for Whole Plant Standardized preparations, which contain guaranteed potency but are not limited to one constituent.*

Gaia Herbs liquid extracts are prepared using certified organic and ecologically grown plants. Only the most bio-active plants are used and then they are extracted using only certified organic pure grain alcohol and USP grain alcohol. Each product is concentrated to exact specifications of weight to volume ratios or bioactive marker levels.

The 1 and 2 ounce sizes of this product have been discontinued.

Note: The picture shown is of a one ounce sample bottle. Rest assured that you will receive a full 4 ounce bottle.

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