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Supplements for Arthritis
The joints in our body make our skeleton flexible. Without joints we would not be able to move.
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Joint Support Supplements
The joints in our body make our skeleton flexible. Without joints we would not be able to move. Here are some specific minerals and vitamins to look for when looking for arthritis supplements:
- Chondroitin helps maintain fluid and flexibility in the joints. It is also a vital part of cartilage, giving it elasticity by helping it retain water. Chondroitin can reduce the activity of enzymes and substances that break down collagen in joints.
- MSM helps reduce inflammation in your body. It also inhibits the breakdown of cartilage, a flexible tissue that protects the ends of your bones in joints. MSM can assist with joint pain.
- Vitamin B3, B9 (Folic Acid) and B12 assist in improving joint mobility and hand grip. Vitamin B6 may reduce levels of markers of inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis.
- Omega-3 EPA and DHA can reduce inflammation, which causes swelling and pain.
These nutrients can be used for joint care and are often found in Joint Support Supplements.
Reference:
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Kostoglou-Athanassiou I, Athanassiou L, and Athanassiou P (2020). The Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Rheumatoid Arthritis. Mediterranean journal of rheumatology, 31(2), 190–194. https://doi.org/10.31138/mjr.31.2.190
Opti-CAL
The bone matrix is made up of 35% organic and 65% inorganic (65%) matrix. A good bone supplement targets the entire bone matrix.
Opti-CAL contains Calcium, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc, Manganese, Copper and Selenium for Bone Strength (65% inorganic Bone Matrix), and Type 1 Hydrolysed Collagen and Silica for Bone Flexibility (35% Organic Bone Matrix). Type 1 Hydrolysed collagen is the form of collagen that makes up the organic bone matrix.
For maximum Calcium absorption, Calcium needs Vitamin D. Magnesium activates Vitamin D. Vitamin K2 assists in moving calcium from the soft tissue into the bone (decreases arterial calcification).
Opti-CAL is a good Bone Supplement because it supports strong and flexible bones with its formulation of Calcium, Type 2 Hydrolysed Collagen, Vitamin D3, Magnesium and Vitamin K2.
Flexi-CAL
Nutrients to consider for optimal Joint Health are Omega-3, Chondroitin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). Omega-3 has anti-inflammatory properties that are useful in easing painful joints. Chondroitin may help the body maintain fluid and flexibility in the joints and assist in joint pain. MSM is used to reduce inflammation and helps support muscles and tendons in the body. Flexi-CAL contains Omega-3, Chondroitin and MSM and is a good supplement for Joint Support. Flexi-CAL contains 3 components:
The Joint Complex Tablet contains MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Chondroitin, B-Complex Vitamins, Amino Acids and Antioxidants. This component is a complete Multivitamin with Amino Acids and contains other vitamins and minerals that specifically assist in Joint Support.
The Calcium and Collagen Tablet contains Calcium, Type I Hydrolysed Collagen, 1000 IU Vitamin D3, Magnesium and Vitamin K2. This component is a comprehensive Calcium supplement that assists with Strong and Flexible bones.
The Omega-3 Capsule contains both DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) and EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid). This component is for Joint Health as it assists with both the lubrication of the joints and the reduction of joint inflammation.
Flexi-CAL is a 5-in-1 Value Vitamin and Mineral Supplement that is the equivalent of taking 5 separate supplements such as a Joint Supplement, a Calcium Supplement, a Magnesium Supplement, a Multivitamin supplement and an Omega-3 Supplement. By taking Flexi-CAL, you will be able to reduce the number of individual supplements you need to take for your Musculoskeletal System. Flexi-CAL can be used as an Arthritis Supplement.
Frequently asked Questions
Arthritis and Gout are related conditions. Gout is a painful type of Arthritis that specifically involves the joints.
Arthritis is the inflammation (swelling) of one or more joints and is usually accompanied by pain and stiffness, especially in the morning or after exercise. Arthritis can present itself with a range of symptoms and impair a person’s ability to perform everyday tasks. There are many different types of arthritis that specifically involve the joints such as, gout, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Gout is mostly associated with an unbalanced diet, as it is caused by high levels of uric acid which can be a result of a diet high in purines such as seafood, red wine, and meats, which can trigger a Gout flare-up. You can also be genetically predisposed to Gout by an imbalance in the production and function of specific enzymes involved in uric acid breakdown.
Flexi-CAL can be used as Vitamin and Mineral Supplement for the support of Arthritis as it contains specific vitamins, minerals and Omega-3 that assist Bone and Joint Health.
Arthritis and Rheumatism
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints and is usually accompanied by pain and stiffness, especially in the morning or after exercise. Arthritis can present itself with a range of symptoms and impair a person’s ability to perform everyday tasks. There are many different types of Arthritis that specifically involve the joints such as, Gout, Fibromyalgia, and Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis otherwise referred to as Rheumatism is a type of Arthritis, it is an Autoimmune disorder, which causes inflammation and destruction of cartilage within the joints and can cause major deformity and crippling of joints.
Peak Bone Mass is achieved by the age of 25-30 years. Early Calcium supplementation increases Peak Bone Mass to protect against Osteopenia and Osteoporosis in later life. Unless you have a medical condition that prevents you from taking additional dietary Calcium, everyone should aim to have the best and highest Peak Bone Mass to ensure that they have strong bones during their lifetime. This means that everyone should consider taking Calcium Supplements. Opti-CAL and Flexi-CAL both contain a comprehensive Calcium and Collagen tablet that contributes to strong and flexible bones. The combination of Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium and Vitamin K2 ensure maximum Calcium absorption for bone strength. While the Type 1 Hydrolysed Collagen contributes to bone flexibility.
How much Calcium you need depends on your age and gender. When taking a Calcium Supplement, it is important to take Calcium with Vitamin D, as Vitamin D helps Calcium to be absorbed. However, Vitamin D is activated by Magnesium. So, Vitamin D needs to be taken with Magnesium. Therefore, you need to take Calcium, Vitamin D and Magnesium together. Vitamin K2 is also required when taking a Calcium Supplement to prevent arterial calcification. Vitamin K2 acts as a “Calcium Transporter”, taking Calcium to the right places in the body. Opti-CAL and Flexi-CAL both contain the combination of Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 for maximum Calcium absorption.
Calcium and Magnesium are both essential minerals and your body requires both. When taking a Calcium Supplement, it is important to take Calcium with Vitamin D, as Vitamin D helps Calcium to be absorbed. However, Vitamin D is activated by Magnesium. So, Vitamin D needs to be taken with Magnesium. Therefore, you need to take Calcium, Vitamin D and Magnesium together. Opti-CAL and Flexi-CAL both contain the combination of Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 for maximum Calcium absorption.
Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis are not the same thing, they are different conditions that both affect the quality of the Skeletal System.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage in the joint deteriorates, and it usually does not cause deformity of joints.
Osteoporosis literally means “porous bone”. It is a disease where the bones gradually become weaker and weaker, causing changes in posture, and making the person extremely susceptible to fracture.
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints in the body and is usually accompanied by pain and stiffness, especially in the morning or after exercise. Arthritis can present itself with a range of symptoms and impair your ability to perform everyday tasks. There are many different types of Arthritis that specifically involve the joints such as, Gout, Fibromyalgia, and Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis.
There is no single cause of all types of Arthritis as it varies according to the type of Arthritis. Some possible causes include injury, abnormal acid metabolism leading to Gout, genetic disposition, infections, and immune system dysfunction causing Rheumatoid Arthritis. Most types of Arthritis are linked to a combination of factors, but some have no obvious cause and appear to be unpredictable in their emergence. There are some factors such as smoking and physically demanding occupations that can interact with genes to further increase the risk of developing Arthritis.
Following a healthy diet and making good lifestyle choices like doing exercise, reducing, or quitting smoking and avoiding the consumption of excess alcohol may decrease the occurrence of Arthritis and may even help those people with Arthritis to reduce flare-ups and inflammation.
Factors in the development of Arthritis include injury, abnormal metabolism, genetics, infections, and immune system dysfunction.
Diet and nutrition play a significant role in managing Arthritis and the risk of Arthritis. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements that can aid in Arthritis management include MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), and Omega-3 Fatty acids with added Chondroitin to assist with cartilage formation, Antioxidants to aid the protection of joints from free radical damage as well as Calcium, Magnesium, and Multivitamins such as Vitamin K2 and Vitamin D3 to all aid in the maintenance of healthy strong bones. Magnesium, MSM, and Omega-3 are natural anti-inflammatories and assist with the bone and joint inflammation experienced in Arthritis.
Flexi-CAL is formulated with these specific vitamins and minerals as well as other additional nutrients that focus on supporting the health of the entire Musculoskeletal System.
Fish oil contains the Omega-3 Fatty Acids EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) which helps in the reduction of inflammation in the joints. Omega-3 also play a role in keeping your joints healthy by restoring and supplementing joint tissues, balancing the Calcium in our bodies, slowing down the loss of Calcium through urine, providing the joints with proper lubrication as well as reducing joint friction and helping to minimise joint pain and joint strain. Omega-3 may help to reduce the intensity of joint symptoms like morning stiffness, tenderness, swelling, and discomfort.
Flexi-CAL contains Omega-3 with both DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) and EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) for the lubrication of joints and the reduction of joint inflammation.
Diet and nutrition play a significant role in managing Arthritis and the risk of Arthritis. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements that can aid in Arthritis management include MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), and Omega-3 Fatty acids with added Chondroitin to assist with cartilage formation, Antioxidants to aid the protection of joints from free radical damage as well as Calcium, Magnesium, and Multivitamins such as Vitamin K2 and Vitamin D to all aid in the maintenance of healthy strong bones. Magnesium, MSM, and Omega-3 are natural anti-inflammatories and assist with the bone and joint inflammation experienced in Arthritis.
There is no single cause of all types of Arthritis as it varies according to the type of Arthritis. Some possible causes include injury, abnormal acid metabolism leading to Gout, genetic disposition, infections, and immune system dysfunction causing Rheumatoid Arthritis. Most types of Arthritis are linked to a combination of factors, but some have no obvious cause and appear to be unpredictable in their emergence. Diet and nutrition however can play an important role in managing Arthritis and the risk of Arthritis.
Flexi-CAL is a Triple Action Formula of Vitamins and Minerals to assist with Bone, Joint, and Muscle Support. Flexi-CAL supports the entire Musculoskeletal System.
