New Turmeric Extract Products Hit the Market
Functional honey and beverages now feature an enhanced curcuminoid extract for daily health support.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Nutrition
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Curcugen, a full-spectrum curcuminoid extract, is now being featured in Mānukora's Body Recovery & Gut honey and SLS Performance's Numin functional beverage. These new applications aim to offer consumers enhanced bioavailability of turmeric components in daily health products.
Why it matters
By incorporating turmeric extracts into everyday items like honey and beverages, manufacturers are attempting to simplify the delivery of curcuminoids for daily health support. This trend reflects a broader move toward integrating functional ingredients into established dietary habits to address specific wellness goals.
Manufacturer data reports that Curcugen offers a 50-fold increase in bioavailability compared to standard 95% curcumin extracts. The extent of these benefits in diverse human cohorts remains an area of ongoing investigation.
The players
DolCas Biotech
A supplier of specialty nutraceutical ingredients and health-focused extracts.
Mānukora, Ltd.
A New Zealand-based producer of high-grade Mānuka honey products.
SLS Performance
A developer of functional beverages designed for professional cognitive support.
The details
Curcugen is produced through a proprietary process designed to retain naturally occurring essential oils and secondary constituents found in whole turmeric rhizomes, rather than isolating only curcumin. When consumed, these components work synergistically to improve absorption rates in the body. In the case of the Numin beverage, this concentrated delivery is formulated to support mental clarity by targeting decision fatigue in high-pressure professional environments.
Timeline
- 2026-10-26
Publication of details regarding Curcugen product partnerships.
SupplySide Global 2026: DolCas Biotech exhibition featuring Curcugen applications.
Health Landscape
This move toward infused food and beverage products marks a departure from traditional capsule-based supplement delivery for turmeric. It aligns with a growing consumer trend of incorporating functional ingredients into daily dietary routines to optimize wellness and cognitive support.
If you are considering adding turmeric-based products to your routine, focus on whether the formulation fits your daily dietary needs rather than specific therapeutic promises. It is always worth discussing with your doctor whether adding any new functional ingredient is appropriate for your unique health history.
The takeaway
Functional foods often provide an alternative to pills, but they should still be evaluated as part of your overall dietary intake. Focus on maintaining a balanced diet and consult with your physician before relying on specific functional beverages to manage cognitive or physical fatigue.
Further reading
For more on the latest research and trends in dietary supplements, visit our section on Nutrition.
More information
For detailed specifications on ingredient production, visit the DolCas Biotech corporate information portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Prepared Foods.
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