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July 21, 2025
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Thanks Miriam.❤️ For more info on ladies who take turmeric check out this link from this site. https://www.mybcteam.com/activities?query=tumeric

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July 22, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Hi Miriam, lots of women take turmeric for joint pain so I am sure its okay. Maybe other women can tell you how much is safe to use and if it helps.

July 21, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Yes, in general, it is considered safe to take turmeric with letrozole.
Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Letrozole is a medication used to treat hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer.
There is no known direct interaction between turmeric and letrozole. However, some precautions should be considered:
Consult your doctor:
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Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any supplements, including turmeric, while on letrozole. They can advise you on the appropriate dosage and potential interactions.
Avoid high doses of turmeric:
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High doses of turmeric may interfere with the absorption of letrozole.

July 21, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Clear Turmeric with your cardiologist if you are seeing one.

There are so many health benefits with it.

I take it.

July 21, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

I take a turmeric ginger gummy every morning to ease my joint pain. I’ve been taking a combination of turmeric and ginger well before I had bc.

July 22, 2025

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