Osteoarthritis and the joint lubricant hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid is an important molecule that occurs naturally in the body and is an important building block of the synovial fluid found in all joints. It provides lubrication and cushioning in a healthy and normal joint. It also works to ensure that the joint moves with the least possible friction.

The synovial fluid provides shock absorption during activity and also protection for the joint against injury and disease.

OATHEROSA CAUSES LOSS OF HYALURONIC ACID

When you have osteoarthritis, the hyaluronic acid in your joint fluid becomes diluted and broken down, reducing the fluid's natural properties.

This can lead to an increased degree of inflammatory processes that can further break down the cartilage in the joint.

The inflammation also causes pain receptors to begin to activate during normal movement.

MOVEMENT ALSO LUBRICATES THE JOINTS

Pain often causes osteoarthritis patients to limit their movement. This in turn leads to further degradation of the structures in the joint and the quality of the synovial fluid. This is because movement is necessary for the joints in the body to function normally.

COLLAGEN WITH HYALURONIC ACID

Our Pine Bark Collagen is made from hormone-free and antibiotic-free chicken cartilage, which is very similar to human cartilage, and is therefore very well absorbed by the body. Usually, collagen products use synthetic hyaluronic acid, but in ours it is a natural composition since it is made from cartilage .

Pine bark improves the absorption of collagen and is also a natural anti-inflammatory.

If you have osteoarthritis, it may be beneficial to replenish with hyaluronic acid to see if it can help.