Well, I was taking the powder version of Tumeric daily, for 2 weeks. After 1 1/2 weeks of taking Tumeric, I felt I was getting some benefit from it as my ankle and wrists seemed to be doing better in terms of pain. Then I began noticing unusual drying of my skin on my face; to the point it was itching and flaking (even though I was heavily applying moisturizers). An itching rash began to appear on the corners and partially on the lid of my left eye, forehead and all around my lip/chin are area. The only change to my diet was the Tumeric. I stopped taking it and after 2 days began to see an improvement in my skin. After one week, the rash is almost all gone. I'm debating as to whether I should start taking the Tumeric again to actually confirm that that was the cause of the rash. (Not looking forward to the rash again, but that would make my suspicion conclusive). Has anyone had this reaction to Tumeric?
Also, I am holding my own at 1 1/2 mg of Medrol and will taper to 1 1/4 mg in a couple of days. I had a stressful evening last night and thought I was getting sympotoms; however, I calmed myself down and felt better. (I cannot discuss politics with Liberals - it's a losing battle and I cannot let it affect my health!)
Lastly, I had a follow up appointment with my Ophthalmologist. I expressed that I would ocassionally get a sharp pain in my right eye. He said the right eye was very dry (also can be due to my age) and suggested I use over-the-counter drops for dry eye; which I do use, but not dilligently. Eye pressure was very good and I did great on the visual test he gave me. However, he did caution me to pay attention to any sudden loss of vision, temple pain, lasting headaches; which I already know from my Rheumatologist. He will see me again in 1 year unless I notice any changes.
Routine Bloodwork next week and follow-up with my Rheumy the week after.
Turmeric can cause allergies, manifested by a skin rash.
I drink ginger tea, made by steeping about one teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. I think people can also be allergic to ginger, which is related to turmeric, so you might also want to be cautious with that if you decide to try it.
How much dried turmeric were you using?
Google "turmeric side effects md-health" who, under Allergies, say this:
"Turmeric is beneficial for many allergies. However, this can be a two-edged sword. Some individuals may be allergic to turmeric resulting in psoriasis or dermatitis, stomach problems, heartburn etc. Direct contact with turmeric may cause irritation, swelling and redness of the skin. Any person, allergic to turmeric, should refrain from coming into contact with turmeric and foods that contain this spice."
They base their advice on the Uni of Michigan Health Centre. Usually the amount used in cooking is OK and problems arise when capsules are used with higher doses.
But, to be boring as usual: everyone is different.
The jar was equipped with a small scooper and directions said to add one scoop to a drink. I added it to Apple Juice.
I was using the ground powder version; not the capsules. Maybe the powder was too potent?
Like a tablespoon? Wow, that's a lot of any dried spice. What a shame, though, as it seemed to be helping your pain.
Capsules are usually more so.
But how many times a day did you take that much? Not that it matters - whatever you took was obviously too much for YOU.
I take Turmeric in capsule form, 500 mg once a day wiht my other vitamns. I have felt that it was helpful. I am noticing that my hair is very dry and seems a bit thinner, could that be the turmeric? I have not seen that as a side effecrt. Thanks! Donna
Pred can also lead to dry and thinning hair. No, it isn't mentioned as a turmeric side effect.
But you cannot know how mixtures of medications and supplements of any sort will add up to affect you. I don't take anything besides the calcium and vit D . I can't take turmeric as I am on an anticoagulant. I do not subscribe to the idea that a handful of pills - which ultimately put a lot of money in someone else's bank account - will benefit me any more than a good diet with plenty of veg! There is no good evidence for it - in fact, there is evidence to the contrary.
Thanks, I am getting my hair done tomorrow, I will ask my stylist if she is seeing a big change. I do eat a well-balanced diet, but do take a few supplements. I also take hair and nail vitamins which have been totally amazing for my nails that have split my entire life. I have stronger nails now than I ever have had. It has taken about four months for those to kick in. It is very hard to know what to take and I do hate taking prednisone as my skin is getting so thin and ugly, but I do not relish the idea of going back to the pain that PMR brins on, so I keep going with it. Thanks, Donna
Once a day. I was thinking of taking it every other day to see if that might help.
The only other Meds/Supplements that I take are Vitamin D (I was deficient), Vitamin C 500 mg, Bee Alive Royal Jelly Capsules and Synthroid for my underactive Thyroid (.50) I try to maintain a healthy diet; green veggies and an apple a day; sometimes cantalope and bananas.
Hi, I've been having excellent results with Turmeric to the point where I have worn heels for the first time in 2 years. . I take them in capsule form as I don't like the taste....I haven't had any reactions though. ....wish you all the best.....
If I were you - I'd leave the turmeric for now. It is possible to have an anti-inflammatory diet just by including/excluding foods. But there is no real evidence that any of the "bad" things are bad or the "good" things good.
Various members of the forums have tried diet - most of us came to the conclusion that while leaving out sugar and highly processed foods (and most of them have some sugar, even ham!) probaly helped, most other things were equivocal! I've left out nightshade veg, alcohol, gluten and carbs. The only thing that really seems to make a difference is carbs in general. Wheat is a real no-no - I get a really unpleasant rash. But otherwise? All it did was restrict my food choices!
Thanks. I, too, saw an improvement with joint pain. However, I can't deal with the rashes on my Face. I would have tried the capsules but since Eileen mentioned that the capsules are more potent, I'll have to abandon that idea. Glad it worked for you.
Why not try a much much smaller amount to start with? If that is OK add a small amount every few days and see how it goes.
That's an idea.
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I believe the recommended dose is 1 teaspoon daily but because it has a low absorption rate it needs to be taken with 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper or 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil and then it's effectiveness is increased by 2000%. Not sure if it'd make a difference to you and getting dry skin but if you do try it again you should try it with the black pepper or coconut oil. I take it every night with a 1/3 cup of milk, 1 tsp tumeric, 1/4 tsp blackpepper and 1 tsp honey, which helps me sleep, I do think it helps with aches and pains, they're definitely less when I take it regularly. Hope if you try it again you don't get dry skin again!
According to the label, one scoop is equivalent to 1.97 g. My supplement has black cherry and black pepper in it.
Would you mind sharing what hair and nail vitamins you take?
Thanks, Cindy