How does Collagen works?

Protecting the lining of your joints.

In order for osteoarthritis to be treated effectively, the cartilage and synovial fluid in the joint must be protected against further destruction. At the same time, it is desirable to stimulate anabolic restoration of joint cartilage and synovial fluid.

CHONDROPROTECTIVE AGENTS

Chondroprotective agents protect and restore joint cartilage by:

• Supporting and enhancing anabolic chondrocyte synthesis.

• Supporting or enhancing the synthesis of synovial fluid, which is required to lubricate the joint.

• Inhibiting free radical enzymes and autoimmune processes that degrade joint cartilage.

• Removing blockages in blood vessels leading to the joint.

Chondroprotective agents are compounds the body manufactures naturally in order to regenerate cartilage and healthy joint function. Aging and trauma disrupt the body's ability to use its own chondroprotective agents, which has led to an epidemic of arthritis throughout the world.

CHONDROPROTECTIVE AGENT NUMBER ONE: Collagen

Collagen is used extensively in Europe to treat osteoarthritis. Numerous published studies document collagen ability to function as a chondroprotective agent.

Collagen provides the raw material needed for chondrocytes to regenerate cartilage. A glucosamine deficiency caused by aging and/or trauma leads to osteoarthritis. The oral consumption of collagen provides the raw material needed for joint cartilage synthesis and repair.

In nine European studies, the oral administration of collagen produced major reductions in joint pain, joint tenderness and joint swelling. Improvements in joint function and overall physical performance were noted in these studies compared to placebo and/or the drug ibuprofen. While ibuprofen worked faster than collagen in relieving pain, glucosamine imtributed in the joint cartilage matrix.

While the studies show that collagen takes 4 to10 weeks to produce noticeable results, Pure Collagen formula discussed in this article has been producing noticeable reductions in inflammation and pain in most arthritis patients in less than two weeks! Source: The Life Extension Foundation.

HOW TO TAKE IT?

Take 3 capsules of 400 mg on an empty stomach before bedtime, drink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily.