| 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 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 |






