Top 5 Supplements for BETTER Joints
Pain comes in all forms.
But among the most common I’d hear about in my medical practice was JOINT pain.
I would always tell my patients that a low-impact exercise like walking, cycling, or swimming is one of the BEST things you can do for your joints.
Stretching is also effective because it helps lubricate your joints.
But if you want a little extra help to ease the pain, there are a handful of supplements that are highly effective at reducing joint pain, improving mobility, and even slowing the progression of conditions like osteoarthritis (OA).
Keep reading for FIVE of the best…
The first two highly effective joint supplements are typically talked about together: glucosamine and chondroitin.
Studies show that taking these two together is effective against knee pain and often works better than other common options.
Chondroitin is a component of your natural cartilage and bone. Its job is to help keep water in your cartilage, which is necessary for shock absorption.
Research shows that by reducing the breakdown of cartilage, chondroitin can ease joint pain, boost joint mobility, and slow the progression of OA.
Omega-3 fatty acids don’t usually get much attention for their joint benefits, but they SHOULD.
While they’re better known for their brain and heart benefits, omega-3s also have anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce joint inflammation.
People who take omega-3s tend to have less morning stiffness, reduced joint stiffness, and less pain and often need to take fewer pain-relieving drugs than those who do not.
Collagen is another good option for soothing aching joints because it gives you the building blocks your body needs to repair and regenerate cartilage.
Doing so helps reduce joint pain in people with degenerative joint conditions.
Lastly, turmeric contains an active ingredient called curcumin, which reduces joint inflammation by blocking inflammatory pathways.
Since inflammation is an underlying factor in any kind of joint pain, curcumin can be especially helpful in reducing pain and improving mobility.
When you’re dealing with chronic joint pain, every little bit helps.
By reducing inflammation and supporting healthy cartilage, you’ll give yourself the foundation you need for healthier, more flexible, and more comfortable joints.
P.S. Could this vitamin secret deliver pain-free joints?
SOURCE:
Meng Z, Liu J, Zhou N. Efficacy and safety of the combination of glucosamine and chondroitin for knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2023 Jan;143(1):409-421. doi: 10.1007/s00402-021-04326-9. Epub 2022 Jan 13. PMID: 35024906
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