CanPrev Curcumin Pro 1200mg - Phosphatidylcholine + Bromelain | 60 Caps
Visit the CanPrev Store| Brand | CanPrev |
| Serving | 1 capsule, 3 times daily on an empty stomach (1200 mg curcumin per day) |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80036315 |
| Quality Standards | GMP-compliant facility |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- 1200 MG OF CURCUMIN DAILY, IN THREE DOSES: Each vegetable capsule provides 400 mg of Curcumin (Curcuma longa) - take 1 capsule, 3 times per day on an empty stomach, for 1200 mg of curcumin total per day.
- ENHANCED WITH PHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE FOR ABSORPTION: 125 mg of Lecithin (20% phosphatidylcholine) is added to each capsule because the systemic bioavailability of orally administered curcumin is naturally low - phosphatidylcholine complexation is a documented way to improve it.
- PLUS BROMELAIN TO FURTHER SUPPORT ABSORPTION: 60 mg of Bromelain (pineapple stem), equivalent to 900,000 FCC papain units, is included to further improve curcumin's absorption and augment the formula's anti-inflammatory characteristics.
- USED IN HERBAL MEDICINE FOR JOINT INFLAMMATION: The recommended use authorized on this product's Health Canada licence (NPN 80036315): used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
- VEGAN, GMO-FREE FORMULA: No gluten, dairy, wheat, yeast, sugar, corn, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or animal products. Contains soy (from lecithin).
- MADE IN CANADA, LICENSED BY HEALTH CANADA: Formulated and made in Canada by CanPrev Natural Health Products Ltd. and licensed under NPN 80036315.
Product Description
Curcumin Pro - 1200 mg Curcumin, Enhanced with Phosphatidylcholine + Bromelain
Curcumin-Pro delivers 1200 mg of curcumin daily, in 3 doses. Curcumin is the principal curcuminoid of turmeric, used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine since 1900 BC. Because the systemic bioavailability of orally administered curcumin is naturally low, this formula adds phosphatidylcholine from naturally sourced lecithin to enhance absorption, plus bromelain to further improve absorption and augment its anti-inflammatory characteristics. Used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health. Vegan and licensed as a Natural Health Product. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80036315.
Curcumin-Pro fournit 1200 mg de curcumine par jour, en 3 doses. La curcumine est le principal curcuminoïde du curcuma, utilisé en médecine ayurvédique indienne depuis 1900 av. J.-C. Comme la biodisponibilité systémique de la curcumine administrée par voie orale est naturellement faible, cette formule ajoute de la phosphatidylcholine provenant de lécithine d'origine naturelle pour améliorer l'absorption, ainsi que de la bromélaïne pour améliorer davantage l'absorption et augmenter ses propriétés anti-inflammatoires. Utilisé en phytothérapie pour aider à soulager l'inflammation articulaire et fournir des antioxydants pour le maintien d'une bonne santé. Végétalien et homologué comme produit de santé naturel.
Built for Absorption
400 mg Curcumin + 125 mg Lecithin (20% Phosphatidylcholine) + 60 mg Bromelain per capsule, 3 times daily
1200 mg of Curcumin Daily, in 3 Doses
Each vegetable capsule delivers 400 mg of Curcumin (Curcuma longa) - take 1 capsule, 3 times per day on an empty stomach, for 1200 mg of curcumin total per day.
Enhanced with Phosphatidylcholine + Bromelain
Because curcumin's systemic bioavailability is naturally low when taken orally, this formula adds 125 mg of lecithin-derived phosphatidylcholine plus 60 mg of bromelain per capsule to help improve absorption.
What's Inside Each Capsule
Curcumin Pro combines three real actives with distinct roles - curcumin as the primary Health Canada-authorized ingredient, and phosphatidylcholine plus bromelain to support its absorption.
Curcumin (Curcuma longa)
The principal curcuminoid of turmeric; used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health, the authorized use on this product's NPN.
400 mg per capsule · 1200 mg daily across 3 capsulesLecithin (soy), 20% Phosphatidylcholine
A phospholipid added because orally administered curcumin has naturally low systemic bioavailability; phosphatidylcholine complexation is a documented way to help improve curcumin's absorption.
125 mg per capsule
Bromelain (pineapple stem)
A proteolytic enzyme included to further improve curcumin's absorption and augment the formula's anti-inflammatory characteristics.
60 mg per capsule · equivalent to 900,000 FCC papain unitsCanPrev Curcumin Pro: Supplement Facts
Each capsule contains:
- Curcumin (Curcuma longa)400 mg
- Lecithin (soy), 20% phosphatidylcholine125 mg
- Bromelain (pineapple stem)* *Equivalent to 900,000 FCC papain units60 mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, vegetable capsule, brown rice flour.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and to provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 1 capsule, 3 times per day, on an empty stomach (away from food), or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Recommended Duration of Use: For prolonged use, consult a healthcare practitioner.
Cautions and Warnings: Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. As with any natural health product, consult a healthcare practitioner before use of this product, especially before surgery, if you are taking any medication including antibiotics, anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications, or if you have a medical condition including gallstones, a bile duct obstruction, gastrointestinal lesions or ulcers, or excess stomach acid. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Known Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea have been known to occur; if so, discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner. Contains soy (from lecithin).
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.
Chaque capsule contient :
- Curcumine (Curcuma longa)400 mg
- Lécithine (soya), 20 % de phosphatidylcholine125 mg
- Bromélaïne (tige d'ananas)* *Équivalent à 900 000 unités de papaïne60 mg
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Stéarate de magnésium de grade végétal, capsule végétale, farine de riz brun.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Utilisé en phytothérapie pour aider à soulager l'inflammation articulaire et fournir des antioxydants pour le maintien d'une bonne santé.
Dose recommandée (adultes) : Prendre 1 capsule, 3 fois par jour, entre les repas (sur un estomac vide), ou selon l'avis d'un praticien de soins de santé. Durée d'utilisation recommandée : Consulter un praticien de soins de santé pour un usage prolongé.
Mises en garde et avertissements : Ne pas utiliser si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez. Comme pour tout produit de santé naturel, consultez un praticien de soins de santé avant l'utilisation de ce produit, surtout avant une chirurgie, ou si vous prenez tout médicament incluant des antibiotiques, des anticoagulants ou des médicaments antiplaquettaires; ou si vous souffrez d'un état médical incluant des calculs biliaires, une obstruction des voies biliaires, des lésions ou ulcères gastro-intestinaux, ou un excès d'acide gastrique. Consultez un praticien de soins de santé si les symptômes persistent ou s'aggravent. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Tenir hors de la portée des enfants. Réactions indésirables connues : de l'hypersensibilité, des nausées, des vomissements ou de la diarrhée peuvent survenir; le cas échéant, cessez l'utilisation et consultez un praticien de soins de santé. Contient du soya (lécithine).
NPN 80036315
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy CanPrev Curcumin Pro
1200 mg of curcumin daily, enhanced with phosphatidylcholine and bromelain to help address curcumin's naturally low oral bioavailability.
1200 mg curcumin daily, in 3 doses
400 mg of Curcumin (Curcuma longa) per capsule - take 1 capsule, 3 times a day on an empty stomach, for 1200 mg of curcumin total per day.
Enhanced with phosphatidylcholine + bromelain
125 mg lecithin-derived phosphatidylcholine and 60 mg bromelain per capsule, added to help improve curcumin's naturally low absorption.
Vegan, GMO-free simplicity
No gluten, dairy, wheat, yeast, sugar, corn, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or animal products.
Trusted Canadian brand
CanPrev - formulated and made in Canada, licensed under NPN 80036315.
Inside every capsule
400 mg Curcumin (Curcuma longa), 125 mg Lecithin (20% phosphatidylcholine) and 60 mg Bromelain (pineapple stem) - take 1 capsule, 3 times a day, for 1200 mg of curcumin daily.
How to use it
Take 1 capsule, 3 times per day
Adults: take one vegetable capsule, three times per day on an empty stomach (away from food), or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
1200 mg of curcumin, spread through the day
Each capsule provides 400 mg Curcumin plus 125 mg phosphatidylcholine-rich lecithin and 60 mg bromelain - taken 3 times daily, that totals 1200 mg of curcumin per day.
A 20-day supply per bottle
60 capsules lasts 20 days at 3 capsules per day (1 with each of 3 doses), so plan your reorder accordingly.
What the research says about Curcumin, Phosphatidylcholine & Bromelain
Educational summaries of published research on curcumin, phosphatidylcholine-complexed curcumin and bromelain; not product-specific claims. CanPrev Curcumin Pro's own label claim is the use authorized under NPN 80036315: used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
A 2026 Australian RCT found a curcumin-containing combination no better than placebo for knee pain
The 12-week, placebo-controlled ATLAS trial gave 84 adults with knee osteoarthritis a daily combination including 500 mg curcumin (plus Boswellia, pine bark, MSM and piperine) or placebo; both groups improved similarly on a pain scale, with no significant between-group difference - an honest null result for this particular multi-ingredient combination.
Human RCTA network meta-analysis of 39 trials (4,599 patients) ranked curcumin among the more effective knee-OA supplements
Comparing seven nutritional supplements for knee osteoarthritis, curcumin - alongside collagen, ginger and krill oil - showed benefits in some pain and function outcomes, though Boswellia ranked most effective overall; no supplement increased adverse events versus placebo.
Network meta-analysisAn 8-week RCT found a standardized curcumin extract reduced knee pain in 101 adults
Twice-daily 500 mg doses of a standardized curcumin extract significantly reduced knee-pain scores and numeric pain ratings versus placebo, and 37% of curcumin users cut their pain medication compared with 13% on placebo.
Human RCTBisdemethoxycurcumin, a natural curcumin relative, eased arthritis in rats by blocking macrophage migration
In an adjuvant-induced arthritis model, this minor turmeric curcuminoid reduced paw swelling and pro-inflammatory cytokines more effectively than curcumin itself, working by inhibiting IkBa degradation and NF-kB activation.
Animal studyCurcumin blocked NF-kB and NLRP3 inflammasome activation in human dental pulp stem cells
In lipopolysaccharide-stimulated human cells, curcumin dose-dependently reduced IL-1beta and NLRP3 expression by inhibiting phosphorylation of NF-kB p65, a core inflammatory signaling step relevant to curcumin's broader anti-inflammatory research base.
In vitro studyIntranasal curcumin eased chronic asthma in mice via NF-kB and MAPK pathways
In an ovalbumin-induced chronic-asthma model, curcumin reduced oxidative markers in lung fluid and blocked phosphorylation of JNK, ERK1/2 and p38, thereby lowering NF-kB activation in lung tissue.
Animal studyA dose-response meta-analysis of 28 RCTs found curcumin lowered inflammatory and oxidative markers
Pooling 31 effect sizes, curcumin/turmeric supplementation significantly reduced CRP, TNF-alpha, IL-6 and malondialdehyde while raising glutathione and total antioxidant capacity in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes - benefits were greatest with unformulated curcumin at 1 g/day or more, though overall certainty was rated low.
Meta-analysisA 2026 review found curcumin may help exercise recovery, though evidence is mixed
Across 15 trials in active adults and athletes, curcumin favorably affected oxidative-stress markers in most studies (6 of 7), with more inconsistent results for muscle damage, inflammation and performance outcomes - the certainty of evidence was rated low to very low.
Systematic reviewA review found turmeric/curcumin supported antioxidant status in dialysis patients
Across 21 studies in hemodialysis patients and those on immunosuppressive drugs, turmeric and curcumin showed antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and nephroprotective benefits - though the reviewers also flagged that very high curcumin doses combined with immunosuppressants caused nephrotoxicity in one case, underscoring the importance of following labeled doses.
Systematic reviewComplexing curcumin with phosphatidylcholine significantly boosted its intestinal absorption in lab testing
Using an everted-intestine-sac technique, researchers found a curcumin-phosphatidylcholine complex was absorbed significantly better than plain curcumin at equal doses, and showed improved pharmacokinetics and hepatoprotective activity in rats - the same absorption principle behind this product's lecithin-derived phosphatidylcholine.
Laboratory & animal studyA review of phytosomal curcumin research summarizes why phospholipid complexes improve its uptake
Curcumin is safe even at doses up to 8 g/day, but its poor water solubility and rapid metabolism give it naturally low oral bioavailability; complexing it with phosphatidylcholine creates an amphiphilic complex shown across pharmacokinetic and clinical studies to improve absorption.
ReviewA review explains how phosphatidylcholine helps carry curcumin through the intestinal wall
Phytosome technology creates a bond between a polyphenol like curcumin and one or more phosphatidylcholine molecules; the amphipathic phospholipid is proposed to help ferry the otherwise poorly-absorbed compound through the intestinal cell membrane and into the bloodstream.
ReviewA 2026 review catalogues bromelain's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant mechanisms
Bromelain, the proteolytic enzyme complex from pineapple stem used in this formula, was found across the literature to act on NF-kB, MAPK and Nrf2 signaling pathways - though the reviewers noted its bioavailability can be limited by gastrointestinal degradation, and most evidence remains preclinical.
ReviewA classic pharmacology review found bromelain is absorbed intact from the gut at about 40%
This foundational review of animal studies found bromelain is absorbed unchanged from the intestine at roughly a 40% rate, with anti-edema, anti-inflammatory and coagulation-inhibiting effects tied to enhanced fibrinolytic activity and lowered bradykinin - the mechanistic basis for caution with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications.
ReviewEncapsulating bromelain substantially boosted its anti-inflammatory effect in a rat paw-edema model
Bromelain protected within gum nanoparticles produced a stronger reduction in carrageenan-induced paw swelling than free bromelain, an effect the researchers attributed to better absorption and protection from digestive breakdown.
Animal studyA meta-analysis of 27 RCTs found curcumin modestly improved lipid profiles in diabetes/prediabetes
Pooling 31 trial arms, curcumin/turmeric supplementation significantly lowered triglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL-C while raising HDL-C in adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes - benefits were larger in diabetic patients and those with higher baseline lipids, though certainty of evidence was rated low.
Meta-analysisAdding curcumin to standard diabetes therapy improved lipids and inflammation in a 60-patient RCT
In type 2 diabetes patients on glimepiride, adding 1,100 mg curcumin daily for three months significantly reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL-C and hs-CRP compared to placebo, performing similarly to (though slightly less strongly than) a comparator fibrate drug.
Human RCTA 227-patient, 12-month RCT found curcumin reduced atherogenic risk markers in obese type 2 diabetics
Curcumin supplementation significantly lowered pulse wave velocity (a marker of arterial stiffness), LDL-C, small dense LDL-C, hs-CRP and inflammatory cytokines compared with placebo over 12 months in obese adults with type 2 diabetes.
Human RCTA triple-blind RCT found curcumin plus piperine did not significantly change glucose control in prediabetes
Over three months, 500 mg curcumin plus 5 mg piperine daily lowered CRP but produced no significant change in fasting glucose or HbA1c versus placebo in prediabetic adults - an honest result showing this combination's glycemic effect was not established in this trial.
Human RCTA meta-analysis of 14 RCTs (1,277 subjects) found curcumin improved glucose metabolism in cardiovascular-risk patients
Curcumin supplementation significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, HbA1c and insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) in people with cardiovascular risk factors, with the strongest effects at doses of 300 mg/day or more taken for 12 weeks or longer; curcumin was well tolerated with no serious adverse events.
Meta-analysisA 72-patient RCT found curcumin improved blood pressure and cardiovascular risk classification in diabetes
In diabetic patients with elevated cardiovascular risk, 1,500 mg curcumin daily (500 mg three times daily) alongside conventional therapy significantly lowered blood pressure, LDL-C, TNF-alpha and malondialdehyde and raised HDL-C, with only mild side effects (nausea, headache) reported.
Human RCTA 2025 systematic review catalogued curcumin's real drug interactions in kidney disease patients
Reviewing curcumin's use for kidney disease, researchers found it is generally safe and well tolerated, but identified specific documented interactions - including with losartan, rosuvastatin, insulin and other medications - that can alter drug levels, reinforcing why a healthcare practitioner should be consulted before combining curcumin with prescription medication.
Systematic reviewCurcumin inhibited two intestinal enzymes/transporters that govern how other drugs are absorbed
In rats, oral curcumin inhibited intestinal CYP3A and P-glycoprotein activity, significantly raising the oral bioavailability of a co-administered chemotherapy drug - a documented mechanism explaining why curcumin can meaningfully change blood levels of other medications taken at the same time.
Animal studyA 72-week RCT of phospholipid-complexed curcumin improved liver and kidney measures in NASH patients
In 52 patients with biopsy-proven fatty liver disease (many with chronic kidney disease), a phospholipid-curcumin formulation resolved NASH in 62% of patients versus 12% on placebo and improved kidney function, fasting glucose, HbA1c and lipids - illustrating both the promise and the need for medical supervision when using a concentrated phospholipid-curcumin product in patients with existing liver or kidney disease.
Human RCTFrequently asked questions
How do I take CanPrev Curcumin Pro?
Adults take 1 capsule, 3 times per day on an empty stomach (away from food), or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
What's in each capsule?
Each capsule contains 400 mg Curcumin (Curcuma longa), 125 mg Lecithin (20% phosphatidylcholine), and 60 mg Bromelain from pineapple stem (equivalent to 900,000 FCC papain units). Non-medicinal ingredients are vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, vegetable capsule and brown rice flour.
Why does this contain phosphatidylcholine and bromelain, not just curcumin?
Curcumin taken alone has naturally low oral bioavailability. Phosphatidylcholine (from lecithin) and bromelain are added specifically to help improve curcumin's absorption and support its anti-inflammatory action.
What is the licensed use of this product?
This product's Health Canada licence (NPN 80036315) authorizes it for use in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and to provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No - do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Does this interact with any medications?
Consult a health care practitioner before use, especially before surgery, or if you are taking antibiotics, anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications, or if you have gallstones, a bile duct obstruction, gastrointestinal lesions or ulcers, or excess stomach acid.
Is it vegan and allergen-friendly?
Yes, it is vegan, GMO-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and free of artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. It does contain soy, from the lecithin used as the phosphatidylcholine source.
Is CanPrev Curcumin Pro made in Canada?
Yes. It is formulated and made in Canada by CanPrev Natural Health Products Ltd. (Toronto, ON) and licensed by Health Canada under NPN 80036315.
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Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80036315. Used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health. Research summaries on this page concern curcumin, phosphatidylcholine-complexed curcumin and bromelain generally and are educational - they are not additional product-specific claims beyond this product's Health Canada-authorized use. Read and follow the label. Consult a health care practitioner before use, especially if pregnant or breastfeeding, before surgery, or if taking antibiotics, anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. As with any natural health product, consult a healthcare practitioner before use of this product, especially before surgery, if you are taking any medication including antibiotics, anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications, or if you have a medical condition including gallstones, a bile duct obstruction, gastrointestinal lesions or ulcers, or excess stomach acid. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Known Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea have been known to occur; if so, discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner. Contains soy (from lecithin).
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and to provide antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients (each capsule contains): Curcumin (Curcuma longa), 400 mg. Lecithin (soy), 20% phosphatidylcholine, 125 mg. Bromelain (pineapple stem), 60 mg (equivalent to 900,000 FCC papain units). Non-medicinal Ingredients: Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, vegetable capsule, brown rice flour.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 1 capsule, 3 times per day, on an empty stomach (away from food), or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Recommended Duration of Use: For prolonged use, consult a healthcare practitioner.
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Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.