Procosamine

Are you suffering from achy knees and joint pain? Then I have good news for you. I like to tell you about my experience with a product that may be beneficial for you as well! About 30 years ago I was a very active runner. I participated in a lot of 'funruns'.I went three times in the City-to-Surf race in Sydney.It's fun to be part of it,but it has one disadvantage:Because you are running mainly on the road,it put a lot of strain on the cartilages of your knees, which is the protective layer that cushions and lubricates the joints. Because of the excessive physical activity, the cartilage is gradually worn down.Normally, the body rebuilds the cartilage as it is worn and replaces shockabsorbing synovial fluid, so the joints are always protected. For various reasons, however, the production of new cartilage and synovial fluid can fall behind demand. Because of poor blood supply, lisians to articular cartilages do not heal at the same rate as other tissue in the body, cartilage is rebuilt slowly.

Glucosamine ,an aminosugar,is an important precursor in the biosynthesis of cartilage.Specifically, it is a building block of proteoglycans, protein molecules with a high content of bound carbohydrate. Proteoglycans and collagen compose the majority of the cartilage matrix. Proteoglycans are essential for healthy cartilage because they bind the water that lubricates and cushions the joint. When the articular cartilage degenerates, joint pain and osteoarthritis may result. In addition to its role as a biochemical precursor, glucosamine is believed to play a role in regulating cartilage formation and normalising cartilage metabolism by encouraging higher producton of collagen and proteoglycans. Glucosamine also stimulates synovial production of hyaluronic acid, which is responsible for the lubricating and shock-absorbing properties of synovial fluid.

Numerous double-blind clinical studies have shown the efficacy of glucosamine supplements in maintaining healthy cartilage, healthy joints and full range of motion in the short-term. More recently, a three-year study was published showing that joint space increased in the glucosamine-treated group, while it continued to decrease in the placebo group, indicating that the protective cartilage was better maintained in those who used glucosamine. Additional studies have demonstrated that glucosamine, taken orally, is well-absorbed and diffuses into tissues, including the articular cartilage.

Apart from Glucosamine, this product also contains turmeric, which has significant antioxidant properties. For optimal joint health, some additional ingredients are added: Manganese, Calcium and Vitamine C. Manganese is required for enzymes, involved in the biosynthesis of proteoglucans. Vit. C is essential for the reactions necessary to collagen formation.

Studies have shown that over the long term,glucosamine sulfate, Vit.C and manganise help to maintain healthy cartilage and represents a more comprehensive approach to joint health.

After only two months, using USANA's Procosamine, my knee joints were completely cured and I could play tennis on hardcourts again. So, I highly recommend this product for people who put a lot of stress on their knee joints because of playing sport,excessive walking and/or standing for long periods of time during their job.