Figured this would be of use to some of you spicers who are dealing with pain issues. Curcumin is a natural pain reliever and COX-2 inhibitor- which is the same mechanism that NSAIDs like ibuprofen and aspirin use to alleviate pain. That’s not the only mechanism of pain relief either, as NSAIDs I believe only selectively inhibits COX-2. With curcumin however, there is no liver and stomach damage that can come with NSAID use. There’s an extract called BCM-95, which essentially is an extract that contains 95% curcumin alkaloids and oils. I’ve been using various brands for the past 5 months or so for daily aches and pains, like carpal tunnel and joint pain and this thing is AMAZING. I imagine those with more serous aches and pains would enjoy this along with their smoking.
Also, from what research I’ve done on different drug forums, there could possibly be some potentiation with other drugs. I noticed it boost the effects of Vyvanse (extended amphetamine) and it adds some nice analgesic action to blends and weed. It’s also supposed to be a potent anti-oxidant, can’t hurt to have those lol
You gotta shop around a bit cuz some companies like to have crazy high prices, but Jarrows brand has a 500mg/60 caps for $13, which is a steal imo
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HKZ85A
Hope this info might help any of yall out there
:joint