What is Optim Curcuma ?

Optim Curcuma is a natural and innovative food supplement containing curcumin in a highly bioavailable form (Longvida SLCP curcumin).

Curcumin, extracted from turmeric (Curcuma Longa) is a powerful natural anti-inflammatory compound with no side effects. However, its assimilation in the body is very low, hence large quantities are required to obtain benefits.

The formulation of Optim Curcuma has been developed by a group of physicians and scientists from the University of California – Los Angeles (UCLA ) to improve the uptake and efficacy of curcumin into the body.

Optim Curcuma may:

–> Relieve discomfort in joints, tendons and back

Curcumin is a strong anti inflammatory ingredient that is ideal for joints problems and helps reduce inflammation and pain in the joints (knee, elbow ..), tendons or back to regain mobility and feel better everyday or during physical exertion (read more).

–> Detoxify and protect against free radicals and cellular aging

Curcumin is also a powerful antioxidant. Hence it contributes to the reduction of oxidative stress and cell ageing.

Curcumin by its action on digestive and liver function helps stimulate the detoxification of the liver and thus plays a role in removing toxins and pollutants present in the body (detox diet).

–> Maintain cognitive related functions and memory

A recent clinical study demonstrated that the formulation of Optim Curcuma helps boosting memory, alertness, working memory and calmness (to learn more about curcumin and memory).

Serving Size:

One small capsule preferably before a meal.

When starting the treatment, it is possible to take 2 to 3 capsules a day during the first 2 weeks.

Duration of treatment:

To obtain a favorable and lasting affect,, it is advisable to take Optim Curcuma for several weeks. Therefore, we recommend a 3-month program. The frequency can then be adjusted according to the desired effects.

What counts is the absorption – not the concentration of curcumin

Curcumin, the active ingredient of turmeric, is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However,

1/ Curcumin levels in dry turmeric powder are only between 2 to 5%

2/ Curcumin is very poorly absorbed into the body.

It has been demonstrated that pure curcumin is not absorbed into the blood for doses up to 8 grams per day, i.e., the equivalent of over 200 grams of turmeric powder. (Lao 2006)

The solution: Optim Curcuma

The formula Optim Curcuma has been developed by a group of scientists and physicians from the University of California – Los Angeles ( UCLA) to solve the problem of the weak absorption of curcumin into the body.

After more than 10 years of research, the key to the effectiveness of the formula of Optim Curcuma (Longvida curcumin SLCP) was found in the SLCP patented process (Solid-Lipid Curcumin Particle). In this process, curcumin powder is carefully covered with natural lecithin to form small particles that increases the absorption of “free” curcumin, i.e. its active form, into the body and bring the best benefits of Turmeric with one single capsule a day.

This formulation does not contain black pepper which can be aggressive to the stomach and was recently shown not to contribute to the increase absorption into the body of “free” curcumin, i.e. the biologically active form. (to learn more about curcumin absorption)

A safe, high quality and efficient product

The formulation of Optim Curcuma has demonstrated its efficacy in several clinical studies (read section on studies with Longvida).

The curcumin found in Optim Curcuma is of natural origin and is recognised as safe (GRAS). The formulation of Optim Curcuma demonstrated excellent tolerability in healthy human subjects for doses up to 4g per day or the equivalent of 10 capsules per day (Gota et al 2010).

Optim Curcuma is manufactured according to HACCP food quality standards. The minimum curcumin content is guaranteed and controlled in Germany by the laboratory Eurofins Analytik GmbH (Latest Certificate of Analysis)

Gluten-free – Lactose free – Does not contain any animal products, sugars, or synthetic additives such as polysorbate – GMO materials are not used – Suitable for vegetarians.

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