According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 54 million people in the United States have arthritis and 24 million adults are limited in their daily activities. It also has been reported that 1 in 4 adults with arthritis suffer from severe joint pain.

There are different types of arthritis but they mainly have similar symptoms such as difficulty in moving and pain from inflammation. To improve these symptoms and overall bring joint relief, companies make various products containing popular ingredients called glucosamine and chondroitin.
Glucosamine: It is a popular supplement that helps to keep tissue cushions, called cartilage, between our joints healthy. This is important because as people age, cartilage will start to weaken and eventually breakdown. The recommended dose of glucosamine is 1,500 mg per day.
Chondroitin: It is another popular ingredient which is designed to lower the discomfort caused by joint pain and helps to lower the swelling within joints in order to increase mobility.
But, recent studies are showing that chondroitin is not very effective when it is taken by mouth because our body is not able to absorb it properly. There are also research indicating that chondroitin can give our body a hard time absorbing glucosamine when taken together, lowering the benefits from glucosamine as well. Unfortunately, many companies promising joint pain relief and increasing mobility on their clients use a combination of glucosamine and chondroitin but not Shaklee +Joint.

So, what makes Shaklee +Joint stand out from the rest?
Shaklee +Joint uses a different but a key ingredient which replaces chondroitin and that is: Boswellia AKBA Standardized Extract.
Boswellia AKBA Standardized Extract: This extract comes from a plant called Boswellia Serrata, also known as Frankincense. The substance is known to support the structure of cartilage while helping to maintain motility without hindering the absorption of glucosamine when used in combination. A study published in 2015 by PLOS One states that Boswellia extract could aids in preserving inflammatory damage. Aside from well-known joint support, Boswellia extract also boosts immune system along with enhancing gastrointestinal health.
Other additional studies that involved patients who used Boswellia AKBA Standardized Extract had:
• Faster relief from joint pain than many leading brands
• More long term joint comfort compared to other popular brands
• Overall quicker ease in motility
Shaklee + Joint is also free from shellfish to help people who cannot take other joint supplement due to shellfish allergies along with being 100% vegetarian and gluten free as well. The product also contains other beneficial ingredients such as magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamin C.
Magnesium & Copper: Anti-swelling agent which help to reduce stiffness and sore joints.
Zinc: People with arthritis has shown to have low zinc level compared to normal population. Adding zinc will aid in immune system and supporting overall health.
Vitamin C: An antioxidant that not only supports healthy immune system but also plays a role in protecting bone and join from breaking away easily as people age.
Aside from difference in the key ingredient when looking at Shaklee +Joint, Shaklee is also involved in collaborations with other academic labs and scientific papers in order to prove the effectiveness of the product. Sadly, vitamins and supplements are not regulated by the U.S Food and Drug Administration; thus, it is very important for consumers to purchase products that are tested for safety and efficacy properly. Shaklee is known to have over 135 peer-reviewed scientific publications and presentations, supporting the product’s genuine claim and its promise.

How to take Shaklee +Joint?
The recommended direction is to take two caplets by mouth daily with a meal to reduce upset stomach side effect. In two caplets, they contain:
• 1,500 mg of glucosamine [Recommended dose]
• 100 mg of Boswellia AKBA Standardized Extract [Recommended dose]
• 60 mg of Vitamin C [Recommended amount]
• Zinc, Copper, Magnesium, protein and dietary fiber.