Glucosamine Sulfate * 300-500mg 3x/day
• Stimulate chondrocytes
• Improve hydration and flexibility of cartilage
Chondroitin * 800-2000mg divided doses 2x/day
• Help maintain joint viscosity
• Stimulate cartilage repair
• Reduce cartilage destruction
Hyaluronic Acid
• Building blocks of cartilage creation
MSM * (Methylsulfonylmethane) 1000-3000mg 1x/day
• Inhibit joint degeneration
• Stabilize cell membranes and scavenge free radicals
• Can reduce pain of osteoarthritis
Also found in fresh fruit and vegetables
Keratin
• Help joint repair
• Anti-oxidant effects
SAMe (S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine)
• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic (pain relieving)
(Minimum 400mg DHA per day; minimum 800mg EPA per day)
• Help control the timing of inflammation process so it does not begin before it should… nor stop before it should
• Reduce pathological proteins
Combined with glucosamine chondroitin
reduces morning stiffness and pain the best
Krill Oil
• 300 mg/day reduces inflammation markers (c-reactive protein) 15-30% and pain up to 30% and stiffness up to 20%
Undenatured Type II Collagen
Bosweillia Serrata with Curcumin
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Ginger
• Reduce pain and swelling and improve function
Soy & Avocado Oil
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Korean Angelica Extract
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Bromelain (Enteric Coated)
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Vitamin D
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Topical Olive Oil
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
CoQ10
• Reduce pain and swelling and can improve joint function
Natural Vitamin C (not ascorbic acid)
• Reduce oxidative stress which causes inflammation and pain
Milk Thistle
• Reduce oxidative stress which causes inflammation and pain
Green Tea (beware of the caffeine)
• Reduce oxidative stress which causes inflammation and pain
Keratin (helps joint repair also)
• Reduce oxidative stress which causes inflammation and pain
Calcium 600-1200mg/day
• Calcium is the main mineral of bone; suppresses bone resorption
• Calcium Glycinate Chelate has a high absorption rate take with vitamin
• Calcium Fructoborate has a high absorption rate; also helps with cardiovascular function
• Recommended dose is 600-1200mg per day; taken at night with Vitamin D
• Plant Based Calcium from algae is an easily absorbed form of calcium as the calcium and minerals found in algae are pre-digested by the algae making the calcium and minerals more bioavailable.
• 800-1200mg/day
Vitamin D3 2000-4000mg/day
• Significant nutrient for 23 of the body’s organs
• Triggers absorption of Calcium in the intestine; recommended to be taken in evening with Calcium
• Triggers Deposition of Calcium into bones
• Ask MD for Serum 25 Hydroxy Vitamin D blood test; Recommended serum level is 30-50mg/ml
Magnesium 200-400mg/day
• Increases bone formation and reduces resorption of Calcium
• Combined Calcium Glycinate and Magnesium Glycinate in one supplement saves money and number of daily pills
Vitamin K2 MK-7 form 45-90mcg/day
• Regulates Bone Mineralization
• Builds protein matrix of bone
• Decreases activity of bone reabsorbing cells
• Discuss with MD; if taking Warfarin
Silica 5-10mg/day
• Improves bone protein production
Boron 3-9 mg/day
• Borate inhibits calcium resorption and stimulates bone formation
• Take as Calcium Fructoborate (see Calcium)
Zinc 15-30mg/day
• Enhances bone production
• Limit supplementation to 30mg per day
Calcium Collagen Chelate 3000mg/day
• Increase strength of bone
• Most effective form of calcium
Omega-3 fatty acids 1400 EPA/day Plus 1000 DHA/day
• Decreases Bone Resorption
• Increases bone formation
• Improves calcium balance
• Anti-inflammatory effects
• Antioxidant
Curcumin 400mg/day
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
Resveratrol 250mg/day
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
Quercetin 250mg/day
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
Berberine 25mg/day from 250mg Goldenseal
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
DHEA 15-30mg/day
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
Isoflavones 52-+104mg/day
• Improves bone density and decreases Calcium Resorption
Vitamin C
• Improves protein production, bone forming cells and bone mineralization
Keratin (helps joint repair also)
• Reduce oxidative stress which causes inflammation and pain
Vitamin E
• Improves protein production, bone forming cells and bone mineralization
Chitosan 600-1800mg/day
• Derived from shellfish -binds fat to intestinal contents. Works even better when taken with ascorbic acid. (This is the only time I will recommend ascorbic acid due to the fact that the research was conducted with ascorbic acid instead of naturally occurring vitamin C)
Soluble fiber 5-15 grams/day
• Psyllium is one of the best natural fiber supplements
• Also increase daily intake of oats, apples, lentils, barley, bread and cereals
• Increase daily intake of 2 of these: wheat bran, whole grains, fruits and vegetables
Probiotics Per label
• Increases normal gut flora (bacteria) to overpower damaging bacteria
• Per label instructions
Prebiotics
• Promotes normal bowel movements. Are fermented by beneficial bacteria
• As fructo-oliosaccharides and inulin 500-1000mg/day
Multiple Herbal Formula 300-600mg/day
• Combination supplement with black radish, artichoke, deoxycholic acid, peppermint oil and wormwood
• This combination helps stimulate peristalsis, speed fat digestion, prevent food stagnation in the G.I. tract
Peppermint Oil Per label (sometimes part of a multi-herbal formula)
• Antispasmodic, can relax intestinal muscle
• Peppermint oil with black radish also increases mucus secretion in the colon
Vitamin C
• 1000-4000 daily
Glucomannan Per label
• Is a bulk forming fiber supplement from the konjac root
• May improve blood cholesterol and blood sugar levels
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