Turmeric does deplete iron in the body.
When turmeric is take in high doses or taken as supplements the turmeric depletes you of iron.
The key ingredient in turmeric can bind to and inhibit absorption of iron and lead to an iron deficiency.
Curcumin can also inhibit synthesis of hepcidin, which is a peptide that is responsible for iron balance in the body and further contribute to iron deficiency.
Turmeric is safe in moderate amounts, although the potential for depletion of iron is a concern, especially of people that are already at risk of iron deficiency or for those people taking high doses of turmeric supplements.
Turmeric can be consumed from a healthy diet or taken as a supplement.
Turmeric supplements are well tolerated in doses of up to 8,000 mg per day.
Side effects of turmeric supplementation may include gastrointestinal upset, low blood sugar, blood thinning, and liver disease.
If you're pregnant you should not take turmeric supplements.
Eating foods with turmeric is safe when you're pregnant but if you're pregnant and breastfeeding and turmeric can also increase bleeding from surgery so you should not take turmeric supplements 2 weeks before surgery.
Turmeric is rich in phytonutrients that can protect your body by neutralizing free radicals (pollution, sunlight) and shielding the cells from damage.”
Eating healthy diets rich in plant-based foods is associated with prevention of medical conditions such as cancer and heart disease.