Healthy Living Blog — joint care
Super Ingredient Series: Turmeric
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What is Turmeric? Turmeric is an edible root that comes from the turmeric plant. It is a very common ingredient found in the Asian diet and has been used in India for thousands of years for its flavor, coloring, and medicinal qualities. Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color and is used to color and flavor mustards, cheeses, and butter. Modern scientific research has shown turmeric has amazing health benefits including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin and it is the curcumin that offers the medicinal benefits. What are the benefits?...
Joint Care for Pets
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Joint problems? Just like humans, pets also can suffer from joint problems. Is your dog, cat, or horse slowing down? Do they seem less interested in the lively activities they used to love? Do they have a loss of appetite? All of these are signs that your pet might need some joint care to enhance their quality of life. What to watch for... Some of the most common signs that indicate joint care is needed include: Stiffness, soreness, limping, or lameness Swelling and increased temperature in the joint area Difficulty getting up and down Reluctance to go on walks Pain...
Why Shellfish-Free Glucosamine for Your Dog or Cat?
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A good glucosamine supplement can help improve mobility, motion, as well as slow the aging process of the joints - possibly adding years to your pet's life.
The magnified power of glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM working together.
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Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are components of normal cartilage. They are both compounds already produced by the body, but production slows in the normal aging process (for both people & pets).
Glucosamine: a necessary nutrient for dogs to sustain comfortable mobility
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For use in dietary supplements, glucosamine is harvested from shellfish or can be manufactured/derived from a plant source (corn). It comes in different chemical forms, but the one most commonly used for arthritis and overall joint health is glucosamine sulfate. Effective joint support formulas usually contain Glucosamine along with MSM and Chondroitin.