Turmeric supplements: New study raises concerns
Research links turmeric and black pepper supplements to liver injury in some people. Learn what this means for your health. The unexpected danger of turmeric and black pepper supplements For years, we've heard about the potential health benefits of turmeric supplements, but a new study published in The American Journal of Medicine reveals a concerning link between these supplements and liver injury. Researchers from the U.S. Drug-Induced Liver Injury Network identified 10 cases of turmeric-associated liver injury between 2004 and 2022, with six cases occurring since 2017. Of these, five patients were hospitalized, and one died from acute liver failure. The study found a particular risk associated with taking turmeric and black pepper supplements together . Dr. Jay Hoofnagle, one of the study's authors, explains: "Turmeric is a spice [...] it's no
