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JointRecovery® w/ BioCell Collagen II® is scientifically formulated specially for arthritis suffers. It promotes healthy joints and cartilage and relieve chronic soreness and stiffness in joints and muscles. JointRecovery® w/ BioCell Collagen II® contains high quality glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, patented BioCell Collagen II® derived form hydrolyzed chicken sternal cartilage, Curcumin C3 Complex®, and hyaluronic acid. It also include a proprietary blend of Vitamin C, pine bark extract, bromelain, zinc, silica, boron and selenium. These ingredients are selected for their synergistic action against osteoarthritis and anti-inflammation properties.

Glucosamine HCl vs Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCl: Gram for gram, glucosamine HCl provides more glucosamine (83%) than glucosamine sulfate 2KCl.(60%). Therefore, 1,500 mg of glucosamine HCl provides 1,245 mg of glucosamine whereas 1,500 mg of glucosamine sulfate.2KCl provides 900 mg of glucosamine, or about 38% more glucosamine. You get a much better deal with glucosamine HCl.

Chondroitin Sulfate is composed of repeating units of derivatives glucosamine sulfate with attached sugar molecules. Numerous studies demonstrated the beneficial effects of chondroitin sulfate including enhancing chondrocyte synthesis which is the natural way of rebuilding cartilage. It promotes the production of synovial fluid which is the crucial lubricant to the joint linings. It also slows the deterioration of joint cartilage by inhibiting the damaging effects of various free radical enzymes and enhances the supply of nutrients to arthritic joints by increasing the blood flow to the joints.

BioCell Collagen II® - Hydrolyzed Chicken Sternal Cartilage Type II Collagen: When a specific joint has been traumatized through sports, accident, surgery, etc., a specific localized chronic joint problem may result which includes flaring up of rheumatism in the joint. This rheumatism is a body immune-system complexity that blocks the bioabsorption of glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate and the joint repair benefits of Type I Collagen. For reasons not yet defined, Type II Collagen found in Chicken Cartilage is able to bypass this immune system barrier and provide positive improvements in joint pain and functionality. BioCell Collagen II® is a patented form of hydrolyzed chicken sternal cartilage Type II Collagen which is highly bioavailable.

Hyaluronic Acid (HA): Sudies suggested that HA had several effects, including preservation of chondrocyte vitality and cartilage structure and a reduction of synovial cell proliferation. HA moisturizes skin from the inside out, smoothing out wrinkles in the process. HA acts as an internal cosmetic to hydrate the skin. HA is for people who need to ease the flexing of their joints, especially their knees, by restoring cushioning to their joints. HA is for men and women in their 30s and 40s who are beginning to see the first signs of aging. HA is for seniors who have established joint conditions. Studies show oral HA supplementation provides these benefits to most people after administration for only 2 to 4 months.

Bromelain, an extract from the pineapple plant, has been demonstrated to show anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and may provide a safer alternative or adjunctive treatment for osteoarthritis. A recent study looked at the effects of bromelain supplementation and its effects on individuals with musculoskeletal injuries. Treatment with bromelain resulted in a clear reduction of swelling, pain at rest, pain during movement, and tenderness as compared with baseline. (Fortschr Med. 113:303, 1995.)

Pine Bark Extract: Proanthocyanidins, extracts from pine bark, act as powerful anti-inflammatories. Proanthocyanidins bind with collagen fibers and help alleviate pain and swelling associated with osteoarthritis.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a flowering plant in the ginger family, is widely used as a food coloring and is one of the principal ingredients in curry powder. Turmeric has long been used in both Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. We used a high quailty ingredient Curcumin C2 Complex® which provides the prefered combination of curcuminoids.

Vitamin C: Recent study indicates that antioxidant Vitamin C may reduce the risk of cartilage loss and inhibit the progression of disease in people who have osteoarthritis. A threefold decrease in the risk of osteoarthritis was found in the group with higher than average intake of Vitamin C. In another study, it was demonstrated that Vitamin C enhanced absorption of glucosamine sulfate.

Zinc is required for the manufacture and maintenance of healthy cartilage structure. Our body use zinc, along with copper to make an inflammation-fighting enzyme called superoxide dismutase. This enzyme is found in inflamed joints where it neutralizes free radicals. Zinc deficiency allows accelerated joint degeneration. Supplemental zinc at appropriate level may promote cartilage repair and synthesis.

Selenium is an antioxidant capable of slowing the rate of aging and hardening of tissues caused by oxidation, and help to maintain youthful elasticity in tissues. Selenium is helpful in fighting inflammation. It is used in the body for the production of glutathione peroxidase, an enzyme that works within joints to round up free radicals. Clinical studies show that patients with rheumatoid arthrithis who took 160 g of selenium daily for four months experienced significant improvement in joint movement and strength compared with normal subjects receiving placebos. JointRecovery® w/ BioCell Collagen II® contains organic selenium (L-selenomethionine) which is more readily absorbed and has fewer side effects than other forms of selenium.

Silica is needed for healthy, flexible and resilient bones. Silica facilitates bone remineralization, tissue firmness and strength, bone formation, encourage vibrant hair, skin, and nails, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Silicon, a component of silica, gives structure to all living things throughout the plant and animal kingdoms. It is essential to the human body and is found in the lungs, intestines and blood. Silicon gives strength and support to all connective tissue, tendons and ligaments, skin, hair and nails. Silicon works with calcium in bone formulation and bone remineralization.