Shark cartilage

    Shark cartilage, a mucopolysaccharide, supports joint cartilage improving mobility and increasing the viscosity of synovial fluid.  It has demonstrated antiarthritic, antiangiogenic, antibacterial and antitumor activity.  Literature states that the antiangiogenic properties of shark cartilage prevent new blood vessels from invading and degrading cartilage.

"It is not enough for a great nation to have added new years to life.  Our objective must be to add new life to those years."-John Fitzgerald Kennedy

Yucca root

    The Yucca root, found in southwestern deserts of the US and in Mexico,  is rich in steroid-like saponins that elevate the body's production of cortisone to aid in anti-inflammatory actions for arthritis and rheumatism relief. 

Motion

    Strengthening exercises and range of motion movements along with attention to postural elements can help restore and then maintain muscle and joint function.

    "Overall, a useful rule of thumb is to assume that any change or any new symptom is due to a potentially treatable problem, ;not just 'old age'."-Besdine

    As with so many things in life, the answers we seek tend to be multi-factorial.  The information provided herein is introductory only and the reader is encouraged to continue investigating along the lines of his or her interest.