General
Systematic name
(1E,6E)-1,7-bis(4-hydroxy-

3-methoxyphenyl)-1,6-
heptadiene-3,5-dione
Other names curcumin
diferuloylmethane
C.I. 75300
Natural Yellow 3
Molecular formula
C21H20O6
SMILES  ?
Molar mass 368.38 g/mol
Appearance  ?
CAS number [458-37-7]
Curcumin Chemistry
                Curcumin Bioavailability


There are number of reports that Curcumin is poorly
bioavilable. Poor bioavilability could be due to the
fact that Curcumin is not soluble in water; it is soluble  
in oil.

Recommendation:
If Curcumin is taken with either of the agent indicated
below, it may increase the bioavailability:


1.        Black Pepper
2.        Milk
3.        Yogurt, Lassi (Indian Yogurt Shake)
4.        Butter
5.        Pineapple Juice
6.        Grapefruit Juice
7.        Coconut Oil
8.        Olive oil
9.        Any fat solvent
Black Pepper
Lassi
Coconut
Olive Oil
Pineapple Juice
Grapefruit Juice
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