Thorne Curcumin Phytosome 500mg

Thorne · Capsule · 500 mg

Price/day

€1.07

Dose

500 mg

Servings/pack

Pack price

€64.00

NSF Certified Informed Choice

Transparency Index

8.4/10

Recommended One of the most-studied curcumin forms, with good tolerability and consistent absorption.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 7.0/10

Curcumin shows moderate effects on inflammation markers; bioavailability is the decisive factor.

Value for money 7.0/10

€1.07 per serving is reasonable for a Meriva-based product.

Product quality 9.0/10

Thorne uses exclusively the Meriva specialty extract.

Label honesty 9.0/10

Clear ratio of curcuminoids to phosphatidylcholine disclosed on label.

Third-party testing 9.0/10

NSF-certified facility with regular Informed Choice testing.

Product Description

Meriva binds curcuminoids to phosphatidylcholine, making the fat-soluble molecule water-dispersible. Thorne encapsulates the powder without black pepper extracts.

What We Like

Meriva has been studied since 2006
No black pepper interactions
Vegan capsules

What We’re Missing

Yellow staining on fingers possible
More expensive than plain curcumin powders

Usage Recommendation

1 capsule twice daily with meals. If on medication, consult a pharmacist regarding CYP interactions.

Other Curcumin (Turmeric Extract) products

Sports Research Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex + BioPerine

8.3/10

Recommended

Life Extension Curcumin Elite Longvida

8.1/10

Recommended

BIOGENA Curcuma 500 Plus

7.8/10

Recommended

Ingredient dossier

Curcumin modulates inflammatory and oxidative pathways; moderate effects on CRP, IL-6, and joint pain—but only with enhanced formulations. Bioavailability is the limiting factor.

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