This study is a randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled study to evaluate the effects of a turmeric and black cumin seed formulation on cholesterol levels. Each subject will receive a specific dose of the formulation or placebo twice daily. Participants will undergo assessments of blood tests, vital signs, body weight, waist circumference, hip circumference and waist-to-hip ratio with completion of a questionnaire.~The primary objective of the study is to assess the effects of the turmeric and black cumin seed formulation on fasting levels of Total Cholesterol.~Secondary objectives include assessment of the effects of turmeric and black cumin seed formulation on: fasting levels of: LDL Cholesterol, parameters in the NMR LipoProfile®, Oxidized LDL, Triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, C-reactive protein, blood glucose, Insulin and Hemoglobin A1c, as well as the assessments of the values/scores of body weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, waist-to-hip ratio, blood pressure and the SF-36 survey scores.
The purpose of this study is to assess the effects of a turmeric and black cumin seed formulation on cholesterol levels.