Could a daily turmeric shot boost your health after 60?

NCT ID NCT07196514

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Nottingham Trent University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether drinking turmeric shots twice daily for 8 weeks can improve fatigue, cholesterol, and brain health in healthy older adults. Researchers will compare the turmeric group to a placebo group. The goal is to see if turmeric, beyond its active compound curcumin, offers broad health benefits for aging.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: turmeric
What this could lead to: If it works, this could suggest that turmeric supplements improve fatigue, cholesterol, or brain health in older adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy people, so results may not apply to those with health conditions. The effects may be small or no different from placebo.

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PLACEBO TURMERIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

Nottingham Trent University, Clifton campus
RECRUITING

Nottingham, NG11 8NS, United Kingdom

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