Turmeric vs Glucosamine

for joint health

Stronger evidence: tie

Stronger effect: Glucosamine

Safety: Turmeric carries a moderate interaction; Glucosamine has none recorded.

For joint health, the two are evidence-matched; the difference is in effect and safety.

Turmeric

grade C low certainty

modest, short-term pain relief in osteoarthritis in small studies

Glucosamine

grade C low certainty

small and inconsistent osteoarthritis benefit; large independent trials disappointed

sources: PMID:00000027 · PMID:00000033