New research shows that curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, may offer safe, effective relief for knee osteoarthritis. In a 90-day study, just 250mg daily significantly reduced pain—25% improvement vs. 10.5% with placebo—starting as early as day 7.

Participants also saw meaningful improvements in knee function, daily activity, and quality of life, with reduced inflammation and no side effects.

This adds to growing evidence that curcumin is a powerful, natural option for managing osteoarthritis.