{"podcast":{"title":"Molecules Matter With Dr. Dan","slug":"molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566","podcast_index_feed_id":7589566,"rss_url":"https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/10576282/s/445846.rss","website_url":"https://dangublerphd.substack.com/s/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan","image_url":"https://substackcdn.com/feed/podcast/10576282/s/445846/3110773c1e1de52f2fd7a1c489fdd616.jpg","author":"Dr. Dan Gubler","episode_count":32,"summary":"Molecules Matter with Dr. Dan is a science-based podcast exploring how specific molecules found in plants, fungi, and foods influence human health. Each episode dives into one molecule—or class of molecules—examining where it comes from, how it’s made in nature, why plants use it, and how it interacts with human biology. Grounded in peer-reviewed research, this podcast separates mechanism from marketing and replaces wellness noise with molecular understanding—because when you understand molecules, health stops being mysterious.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-30T02:22:44.511684+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 17: Curcuminoids — The Golden Molecules Hidden in Turmeric","slug":"episode-17-curcuminoids-the-golden-molecules-hidden-in-turmeric","published_at":"2026-05-19T19:46:47+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566/episode-17-curcuminoids-the-golden-molecules-hidden-in-turmeric","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566","url":"https://dangublerphd.substack.com/p/episode-17-curcuminoids-the-golden-924","audio_url":"https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211775129/c032d07a1cb3eff9ef5a20530f12bf1e.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Molecules Matter with Dr. Dan , Dr. Dan explores the fascinating world of curcuminoids — the powerful medicinal molecules found in turmeric ( Curcuma longa ). These golden polyphenols, especially curcumin, have been extensively studied for their ability to support inflammation balance, brain health, heart health, metabolic function, gut health, and healthy aging. You’ll learn: What curcuminoids are Why turmeric produces these molecules How curcumin works in the body The connection between turmeric and inflammation The effects of curcuminoids on the brain, joints, heart, and microbiome Why black pepper improves curcumin absorption The recommended amount of turmeric to consume daily Dr. Dan also explains how curcuminoids influence major biological pathways including NF-kB, AMPK, oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and cellular signaling. Recommended intake: Approximately 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric per day consumed consistently in foods like soups, smoothies, curries, teas, eggs, rice dishes, or golden milk. If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves learning about the science of natural health. Scientific References Hewlings SJ, Kalman DS. Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health. Foods . 2017;6(10):92. Gupta SC, Patchva S, Aggarwal BB. Therapeutic Roles of Curcumin: Lessons Learned from Clinical Trials. AAPS Journal . 2013;15(1):195–218. Aggarwal BB, Harikumar KB. Potential Therapeutic Effects of Curcumin, the Anti-Inflammatory Agent, Against Neurodegenerative, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Metabolic, Autoimmune and Neoplastic Diseases. International Journal of Biochemistry & Cell Biology . 2009;41(1):40–59. Kunnumakkara AB, Bordoloi D, Padmavathi G, et al. Curcumin, the Golden Nu…","meta_description":"In this episode of Molecules Matter with Dr. Dan , Dr. Dan explores the fascinating world of curcuminoids — the powerful medicinal molecules found in turm…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1050,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566/episodes/episode-17-curcuminoids-the-golden-molecules-hidden-in-turmeric/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/molecules-matter-with-dr-dan-7589566/episode-17-curcuminoids-the-golden-molecules-hidden-in-turmeric.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}