Joint/ Bone Health

July 30 2017

Bovine Tracheal Cartilage – 1750

Product Code : 1750
Regular name : Bovine Tracheal Cartilage (BTC)
Common name : Bovine Tracheal Cartilage (BTC)
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Description

Bovine tracheal cartilage is derived from a cow’s trachea. The cartilage is cleaned, dried and powdered before being used as a supplement. In bovine tracheal cartilage, there are glycosaminoglycans, including chondroitin sulfate. Bovine cartilage has been used medicinally since the 1950s, when early studies suggested that bovine tracheal cartilage could help promote wound healing. In-vitro studies have shown that bovine cartilage may help enhance the functioning of the immune system. Immunoregulatory effects are believed to enhance antibody responses to T-independent and T-dependent antigens, indicating that its activity is due in part to a direct effect on B cells or an indirect effect mediated by macrophages. It is believed to support the resynthesis of cartilage in osteoarthritis.

Nutriceutical Properties

Bovine tracheal cartilage supports connective tissue and joint function and enhances functioning of the immune system.

July 30 2017

Diehl’s Own (R) 20% Powder, Cetyl Myristoleate 20% Pwd – 2394

Product Code : 2394
Regular name : Cetyl Myristoleate
Common name : Cetyl Myristoleate
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Description

GCI Nutrients’ Cetyl Myristoleate (CM) is a fatty acid complex with a specified amount of cetyl myristoleate, along with several other fatty acids (including cetyl myristate, cetyl palmitate, cetyl laurate, cetyl palmitoleate, and cetyl oleate). CM is the cetyl ester of the fatty acid myristoleic acid (cis-9- tetradecenoic acid). It occurs in nature in whales’ sperm, in mice, and in the oil glands of male beavers. During the time he was a researcher at the National Institutes of Health, Harry Diehl isolated cetyl myristoleate from the Swiss albino mouse when looking for a treatment for arthritis. He received two U.S. Patents on cetyl myristoleate: U.S. Patent # 4049824: Cetyl Myristoleate (September 20, 1977) and U.S. Patent # 5569676: Method for the treatment of osteoarthritis (October 29, 1996). Diehl’s OwnTM CM is made by reacting fatty acids, including myristoleic acid derived from beef tallow, with cetyl alcohol. Diehl’s OwnTM CM 20% Powder is standardized to 20% CM.

Nutriceutical Properties

Cetyl myristoleate acts as a surfactant to lubricate the joints and connective tissues, regulates prostaglandin and leukotriene production, and acts as an immuno-modulator.

July 30 2017

Glucosamine Sulfate (KCI) – 3970

Product Code : 3970
Regular name : Glucosamine
Common name : Glucosamine
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Description

Glucosamine sulfate is a naturally occurring chemical found in the human body. It is in the fluid that is around joints. Glucosamine is also found in other places in nature. For example, the glucosamine sulfate that is put into dietary supplements is often harvested from the shells of shellfish. Glucosamine sulfate used in dietary supplements does not always come from natural sources. It can also be made in a laboratory. Pure Glucosamine Sulfate is very hygroscopic and degrades rapidly (goes from white to off-white to tan to brown) when exposed to moisture. To avoid this problem, Glucosamine sulfate is made from glucosamine HCl by adding either sodium or potassium sulfate. Glucosamine sulfate potassium chloride (KCl) is important for people on a sodium-restricted diet. Glucosamine sulfate is a chemical found in the human body. It is used by the body to produce a variety of other chemicals that are involved in building tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and the thick fluid that surrounds joints. Joints are cushioned by the fluid and cartilage that surround them. In some people, the cartilage breaks down and becomes thin. This results in more joint friction, pain, and stiffness. Researchers think that taking glucosamine supplements may either increase the cartilage and fluid surrounding joints or help prevent breakdown of these substances, or maybe both. Some researchers think the “sulfate” part of glucosamine sulfate is also important. Sulfate is needed by the body to produce cartilage. This is one reason why researchers believe that glucosamine sulfate might work better than other forms of glucosamine such as glucosamine hydrochloride or N-acetyl glucosamine. These other forms do not contain sulfate.

Nutriceutical Properties

Supports joint health.* * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

July 30 2017

Shark Cartilage – Pacific (200 mesh) – 6760

Product Code : 6760
Regular name : Shark Cartilage
Common name : Shark Cartilage
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Description

Shark cartilage (Pacific 200 mesh) is a dietary supplement made from the dried and powdered cartilage of sharks found in the Pacific Ocean. Proponents cite studies showing that shark cartilage has had some success in preventing angiogenesis, the growth of new blood vessels. While angiogenesis is often a normal function, it is also consistent with the growth of undesirable tissue. The prevention of angiogenesis is sometimes referred to as “anti-angiogenesis.” Chemical analysis shows that dry shark cartilage powder is approximately 41% ash, 39% protein, 12% carbohydrates, 7% water, less than 1% fiber, and less than 0.3% fat. The ash is 60% calcium and phosphorus at a ratio of two parts calcium to one part phosphorus. The protein component is the primary angiogenesis inhibitor. The mucopolysaccharides in the carbohydrates stimulate the immune system, and the organic calcium and phosphorus are used metabolically as nutrients. Particle size, which is dependent on how well pulverized the cartilage is, is another consideration. Shark cartilage must be absorbed into the system as quickly as possible to prevent the protein from being digested by proteolytic enzymes. If digested by these enzymes, the protein is broken down into its constituent amino acids, which are not effective in anti-angiogenesis. The preformed protein, rather, is what is effective as the angiogenesis inhibitor. Shark cartilage powder must therefore be pulverized finely enough to be quickly absorbed into the body system as a suspension of preformed protein. Experience has shown that at least 90% must pass through a 200-mesh screen for maximum effectiveness.

Nutriceutical Properties

Shark cartilage can prevent the growth of new blood vessels that supply nutrients to undesirable tissues in the body.

July 30 2017

Flax Seed Oil Powder – 3465

Product Code : 3465
Regular name : Flax Seed
Common name : Flax Seed, Linseed
Latin name : Linum usitatissimum	Download Spec-sheet

Description

Flax seed oil powder is flax seed oil converted to powder using a special process. The powder has all of the health benefits of the oil form. Flax seed oil comes from the seeds of the flax plant and contains the essential fatty acids alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid (LA). The body converts ALA into eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil, and converts LA into Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an Omega-6 fatty acid.

Nutriceutical Properties

Omega-3 fatty acids can increase energy level, reduce inflammation, promote joint health, provide lubrication to the skin, arteries, veins and intestinal tract, promote general cardiovascular health by maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and help improve concentration and mood. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) can provide hormonal balance in women at various life stages, maintain healthy skin, and help the body have a healthy response to allergens.

July 30 2017

Chondroitin Sulfate 90% (IBC), 90% by Integrated Biomolecular – 2230

Product Code : 2230
Regular name : Chondroitin Sulfate
Common name : Chondroitin Sulfate
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Description

Chondroitin sulfate consists of repeating chains of molecules called glycosaminoglycans. Chondroitin sulfate is a major constituent of cartilage, tendons and ligaments, providing structure, holding water and nutrients, and allowing other molecules to move through cartilage — an important property, as there is no blood supply to cartilage. This nutrient may work by acting as a building block for proteoglycan molecules, and may also support healthy levels of inflammation in the body. In our joints, it contributes to strength, flexibility and shock absorption. Current research indicates that supplemental Chondroitin Sulfate helps to maintain proper joint function. Note: IBC stands for Integrated Biomolecule Corporation/IBC Labs, which provides the most universally accepted assay test method for Chondoitin Sulfate.

Nutriceutical Properties

Helps maintain proper joint function.