{"product_id":"new-roots-curcumin-500mg","title":"New Roots Curcumin 500mg, 90 Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNew Roots Curcumin 500mg Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Roots Curcumin 500mg\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-potency curcumin extract standardized to 95% curcuminoids — the highest concentration commonly available. Paired with 5mg of black pepper extract (95% piperine) for enhanced absorption — piperine has been shown in clinical trials to amplify curcumin absorption significantly. Curcumin is the bright yellow active compound from turmeric root, well-researched for inflammation balance, joint comfort, and cellular antioxidant support. 90 capsules per bottle. Made in Canada by New Roots Herbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e | Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Roots Herbal (Canadian)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurcumin per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500mg standardized to 95% curcuminoids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbsorption support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mg black pepper extract (95% piperine)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurmeric root (Curcuma longa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGluten-free, non-GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith food containing fat for best absorption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho New Roots Curcumin 500mg Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults with joint discomfort wanting natural inflammation-balance support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive people and athletes who want recovery and inflammation support after training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone with chronic low-grade inflammation looking for a research-backed daily option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople focused on cardiovascular wellness, brain health, or healthy aging (curcumin has research in all three areas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who prefer a high-potency, standardized 95% curcuminoid extract over generic turmeric powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting the piperine-enhanced version for significantly better absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you take blood-thinning medication (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel), curcumin has mild blood-thinning effects and should be coordinated with your healthcare practitioner. People with gallbladder disease or bile duct obstruction should avoid curcumin — it stimulates bile production. Stop use 2 weeks before surgery. If you mostly want a culinary turmeric for cooking, kitchen turmeric is the right tool, not a high-potency extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Roots Curcumin 500mg is a daily curcumin extract for inflammation balance and joint-comfort support. It’s standardized to 95% curcuminoids and paired with black pepper extract (piperine), a useful feature because curcumin on its own is not easily absorbed. Compared with basic turmeric powder, this is a more concentrated, higher-potency option. It’s made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow New Roots Curcumin Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Roots Curcumin vs Basic Turmeric Powder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic turmeric capsules typically use dried turmeric root powder — around 3–5% curcuminoids by weight, no absorption enhancer. New Roots uses standardized 95% curcuminoid extract with piperine, delivering roughly 20–30x more active curcumin per capsule with significantly better absorption. The cost difference per capsule is modest; the active compound delivered is dramatically higher. Basic turmeric powder is for culinary use; standardized extracts are for therapeutic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Roots Curcumin vs Liposomal or Meriva Curcumin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiposomal curcumin and Meriva (phytosome-bound curcumin) use advanced delivery technologies for even higher absorption than piperine-enhanced curcumin. They're typically 2–3x higher-priced per dose but with proportionally higher absorption per mg. New Roots with piperine is the sensible middle ground — strong absorption boost over plain curcumin at a more accessible price. If you've tried piperine-enhanced and didn't get effects, upgrading to liposomal or Meriva is the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Roots Curcumin vs Purica Recovery 3.0 (Joint Formula)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurica Recovery 3.0 combines curcumin with MSM and glucosamine for a multi-pathway joint formula — the more complete approach if joints are your primary concern. New Roots Curcumin is standalone, single-ingredient — the better fit if you take other joint supplements separately, or if your goal is broader inflammation support beyond just joints (cardiovascular, brain, general).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Roots Curcumin vs Omega-3 Fish Oil\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth target inflammation balance through different mechanisms. Omega-3 EPA\/DHA works on one set of inflammation pathways; curcumin works on another. Many practitioners recommend both together for layered anti-inflammatory support. They're complementary, not competitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Piperine Absorption Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurcumin alone is poorly absorbed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain curcumin has low oral absorption — most of what you take passes through without being absorbed into the bloodstream. This has been a known limitation of curcumin supplementation for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow piperine helps.\u003c\/strong\u003e Piperine (the active compound in black pepper) slows down the liver enzymes that break down curcumin, allowing more of it to reach circulation. Clinical research has shown piperine dramatically increases curcumin absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe small dose matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Only a few milligrams of piperine is needed — New Roots includes 5mg of 95% piperine extract per capsule, which is the standard clinically researched amount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFat helps too.\u003c\/strong\u003e Curcumin is fat-soluble, so taking it with a meal containing fat further improves absorption. The combination of piperine + fat is significantly better than either alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy standardization matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Turmeric root contains many compounds, but the active anti-inflammatory components are the curcuminoids (curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin). Standardizing to 95% curcuminoids ensures consistent active content in every capsule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily, consistent use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Curcumin effects build over time — most people notice changes in joint comfort or inflammation markers after 4–8 weeks of consistent daily use, not days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1–2 capsules daily with food that contains fat. Splitting morning and evening maintains steadier blood levels. Most clinical research uses doses of 500–2,000mg curcuminoids daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take blood-thinning medication (warfarin, aspirin, NSAIDs), have gallbladder disease or bile duct obstruction, have gastric ulcers, or take medications metabolized by the liver. Stop use 2 weeks before scheduled surgery. May colour stool yellow-orange (harmless).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between curcumin and turmeric?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTurmeric is the root of the Curcuma longa plant — the yellow culinary spice. Curcumin is the active anti-inflammatory compound within turmeric, making up only 3–5% of dried turmeric root by weight. Curcumin supplements like this one are concentrated extracts (95% curcuminoids), delivering far more active compound per capsule than eating turmeric or taking basic turmeric powder.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is black pepper extract included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCurcumin is notoriously poorly absorbed on its own — most of it passes through your digestive system without reaching your bloodstream. Piperine (the active compound in black pepper) slows down the liver enzymes that break down curcumin, dramatically increasing how much actually gets into circulation. Just 5mg of piperine is enough; New Roots includes the standard clinically-researched amount.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow long until I notice effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCurcumin effects build over weeks of consistent daily use — not days. Most people notice changes in joint comfort, exercise recovery, or general inflammation after 4–8 weeks. If you've taken it for 8–12 weeks consistently and notice nothing, consider switching to a higher-absorption form (liposomal or Meriva) or evaluating whether curcumin is the right tool for your situation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with NSAIDs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCurcumin has mild blood-thinning effects on its own, and combining with NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.) or anti-platelet medications increases bleeding risk. Talk to your healthcare practitioner before combining. Some people use curcumin to replace daily NSAIDs for chronic joint discomfort — again, coordinate with your practitioner.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for daily long-term use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor most adults, yes. Curcumin has been used in Indian cooking for thousands of years and clinical trials of months to years have generally shown good safety profiles. The cautions above (blood thinners, gallbladder, surgery) are the situations where coordination matters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it stain things?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you open the capsule, yes — curcumin is the bright yellow pigment that stains everything it touches. Don't open the capsules over clothes or counter surfaces. The capsules themselves are sealed and won't stain anything during normal use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/omega-3-blend-oil\"\u003eOmega-3 Fish Oils\u003c\/a\u003e — layered inflammation-balance support through different pathways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/joint-health\"\u003eJoint Health Formulas\u003c\/a\u003e — MSM, glucosamine, collagen for joint-specific support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-d\"\u003eVitamin D\u003c\/a\u003e — supports immune balance and inflammation regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e — muscle relaxation and recovery alongside curcumin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save for an extra discount on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/curcumin-turmeric\"\u003eAll Curcumin \u0026amp; Turmeric Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/joint-health\"\u003eJoint Health Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/inflammation\"\u003eInflammation Support\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/antioxidants\"\u003eAntioxidant Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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