• Glucosamine—It rules the world of joint supplements and gets respect from nearly everyone who uses it. Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance in our bodies that stimulates the production of cartilage and keeps our joints resilient. Glucosamine supplements provide the natural building blocks for the maintenance of strong, healthy cartilage, helping to maintain mobility, strength and flexibility in our joints. It is also regarded as one of the safest supplements around with only minor stomach upset reported as an occasional side effect. For optimal effect, combine glucosamine with chondroitin and MSM, or try one of the new formulas that pairs it with MicroLactin or HyalJoint.

• MicroLactin—MicroLactin’s mode of action is very different from glucosamine. Essentially, it is a protein found in milk comprised of unique bioactive micronutrients. Using a patented process that isolates and concentrates these natural proteins in sufficient quantities, MicroLactin can then be encapsulated.

John L. Zenk, M.D., is Chief Medical and Scientific Officer for Humanetics Corporation and the Medical Director of Minnesota Applied Research Center. One of the most promising joint-health supplements on the market today is a revolutionary formula called MicroLactin. A super-concentrated supplement made up of nutraceutical micronutrients and proteins found naturally in cow’s milk, MicroLactin delivers unparalleled support for joint health. And because it’s 90% lactose-free, it’s gentle on the digestive system, even for lactose-sensitive individuals. To find out how effective MicroLactin is, we compared it with glucosamine in a 6-week, placebo-controlled trial. Not only did MicroLactin prove to be significantly more effective than the placebo, it demonstrated a 60% greater treatment effect than glucosamine. That’s pretty impressive in light of glucosamine’s long track record of effectiveness. And because MicroLactin works by a unique biological mechanism, it can be used in combination with glucosamine and other cartilage-supporting supplements for even better results. When you start your MicroLactin regimen, for the first 10-14 days (the loading phase) you should take 2,000 mg per day. After that, (the maintenance phase) you can cut back to half that amount. Most people notice results in just one to two weeks, before the initial loading phase is over. And as I mentioned earlier, MicroLactin works well with other joint-health supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin, so there’s no need to make any other changes in your supplementation regimen when you start taking MicroLactin.

• Hyal-Joint—Nutritional supplements for joint health focus primarily on providing cartilage with nourishment. But joints have another vital component besides cartilage: synovial fluid, which keeps them lubricated to reduce friction during movement. What glucosamine does for cartilage, hyaluronic acid does for synovial fluid, and this is the main ingredient in Swanson Ultra Hyal-Joint.

• Celadrin—Promise yourself that you’ll try Celadrin at least once! You can read the studies in the medical journals and you can ponder the seemingly exaggerated comments from those are already using it, but until you try it for yourself, you can’t even imagine how good it is. Celadrin is a esterified fatty acid supplement that addresses joint health on the cellular level. A 2004 study published in the Journal of Rheumatology found that all 40 participants received considerable benefits from the topical cream form of Celadrin. And if you’re wondering whether or not you should replace your present glucosamine supplement with Celadrin, the answer is no. A better option is to use them together since Celadrin complements glucosamine, actually enabling it to perform faster and more efficiently to promote the health of joint cartilage.

• Danish Rose Hips—The active components in rose hip extract have been shown to be highly effective in treating joint pain. One recent study showed that over 80% of participants reported improvements after just three weeks. To put that in perspective, people taking glucosamine often wait 8 to 12 weeks to experience significant improvement. Moreover, because Danish Rose Hips work by an entirely different mechanism than glucosamine and other joint-health products, you can add it to your current supplementation regimen for even better results.

• FlexAgility Max—The proprietary "Flex blend" features the trademarked ingredient IsoOxygene. IsoOxygene is a COX-2 modulator, and it really is a breakthrough and important product in the category of joint supplements. It is different than other COX-2 blockers because it doesn't inhibit the protective effects of the COX-1 enzyme; rather it specifically targets the COX-2 enzyme to facilitate joint and muscle function.

1. Good Fats—Eat coldwater fish like salmon several times a week. Or if you like herring, grab a fork and eat as much as you like. The Omega-3 essential fatty acids they provide make a noticeable difference in joint health. Even if you don’t like fish now, you’ll change your mind as you come to associate it with feeling better than you thought possible.
2. Bad Fats—Cut out all trans fatty acids and hydrogenated foods from your diet. That means that fried foods, most chips, and processed bakery goods have to go. The reward of feeling great will be well worth your hard efforts, though.
3. Lose Excess Weight—Twenty pounds off your joints will make a huge difference in the way you feel.
4. Heat & Massage—Enjoy a warm bath in mineral salts; then massage your knees, hips and shoulders with a specially formulated joint cream.
5. Spices—Cook and bake with cayenne, ginger, and turmeric, adding them to soups, olive oil dressings, pasta, and you-name-it. They all have a soothing effect on the joints.

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