COMMON INGREDIENTS IN JOINT SUPPORT SUPPLEMENTS

Glucosamine: naturally occurring sugar that is one of the building blocks in the production and repair of cartilage.

Hyaluronan (hyaluronic acid, HA): a key structural component of connective tissue, cartilage and synovial fluid.

Chondroitin sulfate: a large protein molecule used in the formation of connective tissues and cartilage.

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane): an organic compound that contains sulfur, a macromineral necessary for the production of collagen.

Avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASU): extracts from soybeans and avocados that prevent the destruction of existing cartilage while stimulating the repair of cell tissues.

Resveratrol: a compound derived from the skin of red grapes that is believed to have antioxidant properties. Antioxidants protect cells against the effects of free radicals, helping to reduce the body’s inflammatory response. Research suggests that resveratrol dietary supplements can be beneficial to joint heath when used by themselves or in conjunction with joint injections.