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Before I start writing about this product, it would be worth mentioning that I am an Indian decent. I believe there is some value to this for couple of reasons. First, turmeric is an essential component of Indian cuisine and secondly, I have been seeing my great grandma and her 4 generations continuously vouching for turmeric as a first aid topically, and as a digestive aid orally (2 teaspoonful before bedtime right off the spice box). Fast forward to me (4th gen dude) who has been using turmeric not only anecdotally but also scientifically. I have a degree in Biopharmaceutical analysis and very well understand Pharmacokinetic aspects of a drug (Google ADME). Below are some facts to show how this product has gained my trust. 1) Nutritional claim seem to be correct as stated on the label. I did my own analysis and lets leave it there. 2) Product is more concentrated compared to curcumin found in powdered turmeric used in form of spice (both quantity and concentration) 3) Orally palatable, no after taste, not a sure way to tell, but the capsule made from vegetable extracts should be better soluble compared to typical capsules made from animal products, example gelatin 4) It is true that black pepper increases curcumin absorption. This product has 10:1 ratio of turmeric:blackpepper. This seems to be a standard 5) As far as pharmacodynamic effects (what drug does to the body) are concerned, it remains to be checked. I plan to ask my MD to order some inflammation biomarkers tests and compared to my baseline results and see how they compare. I would also give a subjective assessment of muscle and joint aches compared to what they were before I started taking this product. 6) Overall, I don't have any doubt that this product would meet my expectations. Highly recommend to anyone who is been tired of using typical pain meds (RX and OTCs) due to all the side effects. This is certainly a natural way. Don't get me wrong, curcumin is a chemical compound and am sure it is not free of side effects. However, if those side effects were that bad or that prevalent or a matter of concern from a long term exposure, Indians would have long thrown this out of their spice rack! Hope this helps.