As the body ages, it can lose its ability to produce the nutrients necessary to rebuild cartilage. Tissue in and around the joints can lose its elasticity and become vulnerable when lubricating fluids diminish. Healthy cushioning can be lost, and bones and cartilage can scrape together inside the joint space. The result is an increased chance of cartilage erosion, which can affect movement and flexibility.

This carefully formulated PhysioLogics product contains two forms of glucosamine: glucosamine sulfate and glucosamine hydrochloride. Glucosamine in both of these forms provides the basic building blocks of connective tissue. These highly concentrated amino sugars are incorporated into synovial fluid, which lubricates and cushions joints, serving as a 'shock absorber' for the normal activities of life. Preliminary research also indicates that glucosamine sulfate helps promote the body's own cartilage rebuilding process.

PhysioLogics derives its amino sugars from the outer shell or exoskeleton of crustaceans such as crabs and lobsters. Sea cucumber also provides another rich source of these essential nutrients. And our glucosamine is sodium-free, so you get only the purest glucosamine, without any unnecessary additives.

Chondroitin sulfate, another constituent of cartilage, can help maintain healthy synovial fluid levels. PhysioLogics' chondroitin sulfate is hydrolyzed, providing a smaller molecule for easy absorption. Working cooperatively with vitamin C, chondroitin sulfate also supports the production and stabilization of collagen, the chief fibrous protein component of connective tissue. Adequate amounts of chondroitin sulfate are essential for maintaining healthy joints, muscles, and connective tissue.

A cofactor in the formation and maintenance of connective tissue and bone, manganese can also enhance collagen health. This selective combination of nutrients provides full-spectrum cartilage support and enhances the body's ability to build and maintain healthy connective tissue.

Cartilage Care, a powerful formula for joint health, can:

• Help the body maintain healthy cartilage
• Support the body's ability to regenerate connective tissue
• Optimize flexible joints and easy movement*