Turmeric, thanks to its compound curcumin, has been hailed as a natural cancer fighter, and adding black pepper boosts its absorption in the body.
Curcumin has indeed shown promise in laboratory studies, where it slowed the growth of cancer cells and reduced tumor formation in animals. Black pepper contains piperine, which enhances the absorption of curcumin significantly. However, clinical evidence in humans is still evolving, and the effect is not as dramatic as social media often makes it seem. That said, sipping on a turmeric latte regularly can contribute to an anti-inflammatory lifestyle, and when paired with other healthy habits, it may quietly lower the risks linked to chronic diseases, including cancer.
