Supplements

"On People Who Should Not Take Turmeric Supplements"

Turmeric supplements, although they have many benefits, are not suitable for everyone. There are all kinds of people, should be taken with caution or avoid taking them.

First, those with abnormal coagulation function. Curcumin has anti-coagulation effects. If such people take it, it may cause disorders in the coagulation mechanism, especially before and after surgery. Take it before surgery, during surgery or bleeding is difficult to stop; use it after surgery, the wound heals or is hindered, causing bleeding risk and endangering health.

Second, those with gallstones or bile duct diseases. Turmeric can stimulate bile secretion. For patients with obstruction of the bile duct or gallstones, the bile discharge is not smooth, and the increase in secretion will increase the pressure of the bile duct, causing pain to intensify and the condition to worsen.

Third, pregnant and breastfeeding women. The effect of turmeric on fetal development and milk secretion is inconclusive. To protect the safety of the fetus and the baby, women should avoid turmeric supplements at this stage to prevent unknown risks.

Fourth, those who are allergic to turmeric. Taking it is easy to cause allergic reactions, mild skin itching, rash, severe or cause breathing difficulties, anaphylactic shock, life-threatening.

Therefore, if people want to take turmeric supplements, they should first understand their own condition and consult a doctor if necessary to ensure the safety of the medication and no health risks.