Joints

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Joints

Biological tissues are dynamic and two opposing processes – the breakdown and removal of worn out cells and cell components (clastic activity) and the building and regeneration of cells (known as blastic activity) are constantly going on at the same time. If blastic and clastic processes are in balance then good health is sustained, but if the rate of breakdown exceeds the rate of repair there will be a net loss of healthy tissue and eventually the emergence of a diagnosable condition – for example osteoarthritis or osteoporosis.

Age, nutritional status and lifestyle factors can all contribute to the rate of breakdown exceeding the rate of repair. The constant renewal and repair of cells and tissues requires an adequate supply of nutrients.

Glucosamine, which is naturally synthesised within the body, but rarely found in natural food sources, provides raw material for the building blocks of cartilage tissue around joints. When there is excess wear, more raw material is needed for the joints and surrounding structures in our bodies. The production of glucosamine may decrease as we age.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body; accounting for approximately 25% of the body’s protein mass. As a major component of connective tissue, it can be found in the skin, muscles, tendons and cartilage in joints. The body’s ability to produce collagen naturally declines with age by as much as a 1% reduction annually. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation.

Bone Support

• Our Bone Support formula provides Wholefood calcium, an organic multi-mineral seaweed product. Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones
• This formula also provides magnesium, vitamin D3 and vitamin K which contribute to the maintenance of normal bones along with boron
• Ideally used in conjunction with one of our multi-formulae

Celadrin

• Celadrin® is a plant-based supplement for joint pain and inflammation – especially for small joints such as hands and feet
• Celadrin® is a patented combination of fatty acids which support the integrity of cell membranes in the body thus balancing the inflammatory process and reducing pain
• This vegan Celadrin® contains fatty acids from a plant-based source (sustainably sourced palm oil)

Celadrin Cream

• Celadrin^® Cream, for topical use, is suitable for vegetarians and vegans
• People report using Celadrin^® for knee, elbow, wrist and hand joints in particular
• We also have Celadrin^® in capsule form (for oral intake) and both oral and topical products can be used together

CytoProtect Joints

• CytoProtect® Joints is formulated using Peptan®IIm powder, a hydrolysed matrix of type II collagen and glycosaminoglycans (chondroitin sulphate and hyaluronic acid)
• CytoProtect® is a new range of products backed by a combination of scientific and clinical research, and clinical experience

CoQ10 Multi

• Our most comprehensive Wholefood multivitamin and mineral formula available incorporating CoQ10, beta glucan and excellent all-round vitamin and mineral levels
• This Wholefood multivitamin and mineral formula is high in B-complex vitamins (especially B12), vitamin C and vitamin D3. Includes excellent levels of trace minerals – zinc, selenium, chromium and others
• A low iron formula so ideal for men and post-menopausal women. However, it can also be used by younger women looking for a multi that includes CoQ10 and higher levels of vitamin B12

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