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Turmeric and curcumin in Australia: evidence and prices
TL;DR
Turmeric supplements usually contain curcumin. Meta-analyses have looked at arthritis and inflammation markers. Liver damage has been reported in some people taking turmeric or curcumin products, including high-absorption formulations (NIH NCCIH). If you notice symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, dark urine or yellowing skin, stop and see your GP. Ask your GP first if you have a liver condition.
What the research says
A 2022 systematic review and meta-analysis looked at curcumin and turmeric extract for arthritis. [1]
Safety notes
Liver damage has been reported in some people taking turmeric or curcumin products, including high-absorption formulations (NIH NCCIH). If you notice symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, dark urine or yellowing skin, stop and see your GP. Ask your GP first if you have a liver condition. [2]
Prices in Australia
Coles online, listed shelf price checked 15 Oct 2026 (search results; specials marked). Prices change often. This is not an endorsement or a recommendation, and no affiliate links are used. Chemist Warehouse, Priceline and iHerb: price check pending.
| Product (as listed) | Price |
|---|---|
| Cenovis Turmeric 3100 Capsules (80 pack) | A$14.75 (special; was A$29.50) |
| Naturopathica Curcumax Daily Care 3100mg Tablets (80 pack) | A$13.00 (special; was A$26.00) |
FAQ
Is turmeric in food the same as a curcumin supplement?
No. Supplements, especially high-absorption formulations, can deliver much more curcumin than food. NCCIH reports liver damage in some people taking these products.
Sources
- Zeng L et al. Efficacy and Safety of Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract in the Treatment of Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trial (Front Immunol, 2022; PubMed 35935936)
- Turmeric (NIH NCCIH)
Sources checked 15 Oct 2026. Pending human review before publication.