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Main advice from the blog is Curcumine, categorizing it as the most effective lifestyle change for bringing down inflammation. But, even though "natural", Curcu

Main advice from the blog is Curcumine, categorizing it as the most effective lifestyle change for bringing down inflammation. But, even though "natural", Curcumine is very strong and perhaps should be classified as a medicine. This might seem like nitpicking. But something with a strong effect on the body hardly every just has the effect you want it to have. By seeing it as a medicine it forces you to also look at the negative side effects of it's use over a long period. It's been known to help people with arthritis, but is it wise to use it on a daily basis as a healthy person? Even things as basic as muscle growth have been known to be suppressed by anti-inflammatory medicines like Ibuprophen. I wouldn't be surprised if Curcumine does the same. As well as indications that it might block proper immune responses to infections at times, but Im not sure about this. In general a lifestyle change in my opinion would be: sleep, exercise, stress, meditation, cutting out fried food etc.

azinman2 4y ago
Anecdotal warning about Curcumin (aka turmeric): A good friend of mine is a cancer researcher who works in research as well as with clinicians at a famous institute. He told me about a case where one patient wasn’t responding to a novel and highly specific immunotherapy in a situation where they expected it to work well. They analyzed her cells and saw little activity fighting the cancer. It turns out she on her own was taking very high doses of Curcumin due to the generic advice that it’s good for you. It actually suppressed her immune system. Once she stopped she responded well to the treatment. The lesson: taking supplements that you believe will have a meaningful impact on your body can do powerful things you don’t anticipate or appreciate the consequences thereof.
- lancesells 4y ago
  I think the bigger lesson is you let your physicians know what you're taking. Anytime I'm asked what I'm taking I include all the supplements I use and personally think you should be working with a doctor who is recommending the supplements.
  - Snehpatel1 4y ago
    BE GOLDEN DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL SERVICES OR ADVICE. The information, including but not limited to text, graphics, images and other material contained on Be Golden's website and provided through Be Golden's services are for informational purposes only and do not contain or constitute, and should not be interpreted as, medical advice or opinion. No material on Be Golden's website or provided through Be Golden's services are a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and your use of Be Golden’s services does not create any provider-patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your physician or another licensed health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your health and before undertaking a new regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on Be Golden's website or through Be Golden's services. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911.
    - jiggywiggy 4y ago
      These disclaimers are an easy way out. Your product is clearly marketed & positioned as a health/medical product. With clear medical benefits for the use of your product. Even mentioning cancer and such. As well as having clear recommendations in your blog what clients can do to bring their inflammation down. It's then also your responsibility if these recommendations are effective and not harmful. I understand it might be needed for legal, but then it also would be better to reframe your proposition.
  - jiggywiggy 4y ago
    To be honest, depends on what type of physician you are referring to. But when it comes to generalists, like many countries have as a first point of contact. Many of them try to keep up to date, but there is just too many diseases and research. At least where I'm from they mostly just dish out the general advice that's been created by a national organisation (and often they give the outdated version for a few years). With common ails they have more practical experience and are more useful. But regarding inflammation and it's longterm effects, I think this field is too new and specific. As been my personal experience many times, for instance with skin issues.
setgree 4y ago
And a lot of turmeric has lead in it: https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2022/08/get-the-lead-out-of-turmeric.html https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2022/08/ge...

azinman2 4y ago

Anecdotal warning about Curcumin (aka turmeric): A good friend of mine is a cancer researcher who works in research as well as with clinicians at a famous institute. He told me about a case where one patient wasn’t responding to a novel and highly specific immunotherapy in a situation where they expected it to work well. They analyzed her cells and saw little activity fighting the cancer. It turns out she on her own was taking very high doses of Curcumin due to the generic advice that it’s good for you. It actually suppressed her immune system. Once she stopped she responded well to the treatment. The lesson: taking supplements that you believe will have a meaningful impact on your body can do powerful things you don’t anticipate or appreciate the consequences thereof.

lancesells 4y ago
I think the bigger lesson is you let your physicians know what you're taking. Anytime I'm asked what I'm taking I include all the supplements I use and personally think you should be working with a doctor who is recommending the supplements.
- Snehpatel1 4y ago
  BE GOLDEN DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL SERVICES OR ADVICE. The information, including but not limited to text, graphics, images and other material contained on Be Golden's website and provided through Be Golden's services are for informational purposes only and do not contain or constitute, and should not be interpreted as, medical advice or opinion. No material on Be Golden's website or provided through Be Golden's services are a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and your use of Be Golden’s services does not create any provider-patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your physician or another licensed health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your health and before undertaking a new regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on Be Golden's website or through Be Golden's services. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911.
  - jiggywiggy 4y ago
    These disclaimers are an easy way out. Your product is clearly marketed & positioned as a health/medical product. With clear medical benefits for the use of your product. Even mentioning cancer and such. As well as having clear recommendations in your blog what clients can do to bring their inflammation down. It's then also your responsibility if these recommendations are effective and not harmful. I understand it might be needed for legal, but then it also would be better to reframe your proposition.
- jiggywiggy 4y ago
  To be honest, depends on what type of physician you are referring to. But when it comes to generalists, like many countries have as a first point of contact. Many of them try to keep up to date, but there is just too many diseases and research. At least where I'm from they mostly just dish out the general advice that's been created by a national organisation (and often they give the outdated version for a few years). With common ails they have more practical experience and are more useful. But regarding inflammation and it's longterm effects, I think this field is too new and specific. As been my personal experience many times, for instance with skin issues.

setgree 4y ago

And a lot of turmeric has lead in it: https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2022/08/get-the-lead-out-of-turmeric.html https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2022/08/ge...