The black pepper in this smoothie plays an important factor, as it boost the bioavailability of curcurmin (aka it makes it easier for our bodies to absorb the goodness from turmeric). (kenkokitchen.com)
A cup of this each morning is a great boost of anti-inflammatory curcurmin (in the turmeric) and immune regulating essential fatty acids and minerals such as zinc and manganese in the pumpkin seeds. (franglaiskitchen.com)
Its active ingredient, called curcurmin, has been shown to lower levels of enzymes that fuel inflammation in the body. (health.com)