Depressive symptoms and persistently low mood
Potential benefit studied: Changes in depression symptom scores
Supporting researchIn a placebo-controlled human trial, curcumin improved depression symptom scores during the second half of eight weeks of treatment.
Fifty-six people with major depressive disorder received 500 mg curcumin twice daily or placebo for eight weeks. Researchers tracked self-reported depression symptoms and anxiety measures rather than evaluating a general mood or wellness population.
Matching a milligram amount does not mean matching the studied preparation or its effects. Longevity was not tested for depression, and its effectiveness or suitability for someone experiencing persistent low mood has not been established.
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