UK Finds Turmeric Supplements Pose Risk To Health

UK food toxicity committee says substantial exceedances of the Acceptable Daily Intake of turmeric - such as through excessive supplement use - represents a potential health risk to humans.

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Consuming high quantities of turmeric, including via dietary supplements, represents a potential health risk, according to a UK scientific committee.

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UK Finds Turmeric Supplements Pose Risk To Health

 
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UK food toxicity committee says substantial exceedances of the Acceptable Daily Intake of turmeric - such as through excessive supplement use - represents a potential health risk to humans.