Curcuma - BCM-95®

BCM-95® Curcuma - organic curcumin - by Ergomax

The patented BCM-95® Curcuma contains curcumin from the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). Curcumin has numerous health-promoting properties. It benefits the maintenance of good joint function as well as the nervous system, it supports the immune system, benefits eyesight and the heart and blood vessels.

Benefits

• Patented BCM-95® curcumin
• Curcumin helps fight stress and tension*
• Curcumin benefits the nervous system*
• Curcumin supports heart, blood vessels and circulation*
• Curcumin is an antioxidant and supports the immune system*
• Curcumin benefits the respiratory system*
• Curcumin benefits the digestion and the liver*
• Standardized extract
• Improved absorption by special extraction process
• Lasts longer and is active within the body for up to 10 hours
• 100% organic curcumin and naturally produced
• Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
• Does not contain artificial colors, flavors or preservatives

* = Health claim pending European Commission approval

Various forms of curcuminoids

Different forms of curcumin are collectively known as curcuminoids. Curcumin supplements often use different names. Technically, turmeric is the yellow powder used in the kitchen to flavor dishes and curcumin is the natural concentrated substance that forms the basis of dietary supplements.

Standardized extract with at least 95% curcuminoids

The effects of curcumin have been extensively documented. However, curcumin is not very well absorbed by the body. The effectiveness of a curcumin supplement is therefore determined by its absorption profile. Always choose an extract with at least 95% of curcuminoids, an extract that is standardized and an extract with proven effectiveness such as Ergomax’s BCM-95® curcuma.

Patented formulation without piperine

BCM-95® always consists of a precise ratio of various natural curcuminoids and essential oils from the curcuma root. This synergy not only ensures quick and better absorption, but also more durable effects. BCM-95® is active within the body for about 10 hours.

Sometimes curcuma supplements are combined with the substance piperine. This combination is not suitable for everyone. Caution is to be exercised when taking medicines. Piperine not only increases the absorption of curcumin, but also that of pharmaceuticals.

100% natural with organic curcumin

The quality of a vegetable food supplement starts with the way in which the plants are grown. Extra attention is paid to this in the production of BCM-95® curcuma roots. The organic standards ensure that growing conditions are optimal. No pesticides are used. BCM-95® has a 100% GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status and is safe to use.

“Hormetic” effects of turmeric

The unique combination of curcuminoids contributes to the maintenance of healthy cells and tissues and protects against free radicals. Free radicals can cause oxidative stress in the body. Antioxidants are beneficial in protecting against these free radicals. Turmeric not only contains antioxidants. Less known is that curcuminoids are also health-promoting stressors (“hormetic” stimuli) with hormetic effects.

A hormetic effect occurs when the body is temporarily exposed to something that causes stress, such as calorie restriction, exposure to heat and cold, or fasting. Substances can also have hormetic effects only at a certain dose. In response to the hormetic stimulus, the body becomes more resilient. Antioxidants with hormetic effects stimulate the body's own (endogenous) antioxidants to become extra active.

Diverse pleiotropic protective effects

With a multitude of molecular targets throughout the body, turmeric (curcumin) is a true pleiotropic food supplement: a drug with multiple effects in different body systems and through multiple modes of action. The use of turmeric supplementation has been widely documented. Turmeric is without doubt one of the most interesting herbs in the world of biochemistry.

Widely used in Asia for various applications

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is also known as Indian turmeric. It belongs to the 'ginger family' and grows in South and Southwest Asia. Turmeric plays an important role in the cuisines of various Asian countries. It is packed with beneficial vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, C, D, E and the minerals calcium, magnesium and iron. In India and China turmeric extract has been used to tackle various diseases for millennia.

About Ergomax

Choosing Ergomax is choosing quality, expert advice and proven effects. Ergomax offers strictly natural food supplements. In our view, to pursue optimal health should be within anyone’s reach. To this end we are incessantly on the lookout for new and unique compounds and products with proven effects. Our product range also includes many unique niche products. All of our products have been carefully selected, assessed and tested. This applies to Ergomax's own product line especially. Products are processed as little as possible and, thus, are as natural as possible. Mother Nature always knows better, after all.