Andrew Huberman on Curcumin
6 episodes · 10 references · 2021–2024
- Huberman strongly warns against curcumin/turmeric due to its potent DHT-inhibiting effects, which he experienced personally as flattened libido and drive - Acknowledges turmeric has legitimate anti-inflammatory properties but considers the hormonal risks too significant, especially for men - No evidence of current or recommended consumption; no dosing guidance provided — his stance is avoidance
Benefits
- Curcumin is a potent inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase and DHT in some individuals - Turmeric has established anti-inflammatory properties - Notes that short-term inflammation can be beneficial, tempering the case for chronic anti-inflammatory supplementation
Cautions
- High-dose turmeric can severely blunt DHT, causing drops in libido, drive, and affect — particularly problematic for men - Much commercial turmeric is contaminated with lead, used to enhance the orange coloring - Huberman personally experienced terrible effects from high-dose curcumin and stopped immediately, calling it a DHT "flatline"
“Curcumin is known to be a potent inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase and DHT in some people.”
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“I took some turmeric and I noticed that I just didn't feel right. It flatlined my DHT. I came off it and was immediately fine.”
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