Vegan Joint Formula, Solaray, 60’s

More on this Vegan Joint Formula:

Glucosamine is derived from vegetable sources, making it suitable for vegans and those with shellfish allergies. Glucosamine provides raw material for the production of proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), important structural components of cartilage. An increase in glucosamine in the diet is directly related to an increase in the production of glycosaminoglycans. This subsequently increases water retention in the cartilage matrix (water retention is key to the cushioning properties of cartilage).

MSM is a source of sulphur, which is important for the formation of collagen, a strong fibrous protein that forms a flexible matrix – the foundation of cartilage tissue. MSM is therefore necessary for cartilage integrity and is an important factor in the maintenance of joint tissue.

Hyaluronic Acid is a compound present in every tissue of the body, with the highest concentrations occurring in tissues such as skin, cartilage and eyes providing protection to cell structures. Hyaluronic Acid is a primary component of synovial fluid, which lubricates and reduces friction between bones.

Turmeric extract may help where there is joint inflammation and pain.

I highly recommend this Vegan Joint Formula, because it is a complete, animal and environmentally friendly product.

Study:

This is a study on the therapeutic benefits of using MSM in people with knee problems. From that article: “Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a food ingredient present in small amounts in many foods, and has anti-inflammatory effects. We conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral consumption of MSM on mild pain of the knee joint in healthy Japanese participants. A total of 88 participants were enrolled in this study and randomly assigned to MSM consumption (n = 44) and placebo control (n = 44) groups. Both groups of participants took 10 tablets, each containing 200 mg MSM or lactose, per day for 12 weeks.

We measured the primary outcome of this study values of the total score of the Japanese Knee Osteoarthritis Measure (JKOM) at 12 weeks after the test sample consumption. Safety evaluation was performed through physical examination, urine analysis, peripheral blood test, and medical interview. The total scores at 12 weeks in the MSM and placebo groups as the primary outcome were significantly different (p = 0.046). The health condition of JKOM also improved after MSM consumption (p = 0.032). The questionnaire results also suggested improvement in the knee and systemic health. This study indicated that MSM oral consumption improved both knee and systemic health conditions in healthy participants who experienced mild pain in the knee joint.”