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Ligaments and tendons are both made of fibrous connective tissue (collagen). Ligaments connect bones to bones, while tendons connect muscles to bones. Ligaments give structure and hold the human skeleton together (for example, ligaments in the spine help us stand up) while tendons allow us to move. The Achilles tendon, connecting the calf muscle to the heel, lets your feet flex in order to walk, run, or jump. Certain key nutrients, including manganese, help with collagen and connective tissue formation to support proper function of ligaments and tendons.

B Vitamins (B6, B12 and Niacin)
The B vitamins provide important support for nerve function, as well as being important for amino acid formation. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which in turn, are used to form muscles, ligaments and tendons.1  This formula uses these nutrients in their active form P-5-P (B6), methylcobalamin (B6) so that no conversion by the liver is necessary before they are utilized by the body.

Trace Minerals: Magnesium, Manganese and Zinc
Magnesium aids in muscle relaxation, as well as promoting bone formation. In addition, magnesium boosts the activity of P-5-P (vitamin B6).2 Manganese activates an enzymes called prolidase, which is essential in collagen formation.3 Zinc is needed for protein synthesis and is especially important in tissue formation.4

Bromelain
Bromelain has been shown to promote the formation of cells found in the tendons, called tenocytes.5 It has also been shown in clinical studies to support a healthy inflammatory response.6

Vitamin C
Vitamin C is required for collagen synthesis, the type of tissue used to form ligaments and tendons.7

Boswellia
Boswellic acids, important compounds found in boswellia, have been shown to support a healthy inflammation response.8

References

  1. Coombs GF. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. Academic Press, Inc. New York, NY; 1992.
  2. Bilbey DL. Muscle cramps and magnesium deficiency: case reports. Can Fam Physician. 1996 Jul;42:1348-51.
  3. Surazynski A, et al. Nitric oxide regulates prolidase activity by serine/threonine phosphorylation. J Cell Biochem. 2005 Dec 1;96(5):1086-94.
  4. Senapati A. Zinc deficiency and the prolonged accumulation of zinc in wounds. Br J Surg. 1985 Jul;72(7):583-4
  5. Aiyegbusi AI. A Comparative Study of the Effects of Bromelain and Fresh Pineapple Juice on the Early Phase of Healing in Acute Crush Achilles Tendon Injury. J Med Food. 2011 Jan 23.
  6. Masson M. Bromelain in blunt injuries of the locomotor system. A study of observed applications in general practice. Fortschr Med. 1995 Jul 10;113(19):303-6.
  7. Omeroğlu S. High-dose vitamin C supplementation accelerates the Achilles tendon healing in healthy rats. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2009 Feb;129(2):281-6.
  8. Poeckel D, Boswellic acids: biological actions and molecular targets. Curr Med Chem. 2006;13(28):3359-69

FAQ's

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Q: Can I take Healthy Ligaments & Tendons™ with Curamin® or other products with BCM-95® curcumin?

Yes. In fact, Curamin is an excellent foundation product to use with Healthy Ligaments & Tendons. The BCM-95 bioavailable curcumin extract used in each product is safe to use every day.

Q: Why is BosPure® screened to reduce beta-boswellic acid?

While most boswellic acids are associated with positive benefits, not all of them truly are best when you’re trying to support an active lifestyle. Ensuring at least 15% or more beneficial acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid (AKBA), and reducing beta-boswellic acid content, BosPure is able to provide much greater benefit than most standard boswellic extracts, some of which have up to 15-25% beta-boswellic acid!

Q: Can’t I get these trace minerals from food?

It is always recommended to consume a variety of healthy fruits and vegetables, which do contain many of these trace mierals. However, magnesium is barely available in many fruit and vegetable sources because of the mineral depletion of the soil and not all supplemental forms of magnesium are the same. Using the amino acid chelate of magnesium means better absorption (at smaller amounts) without the potential for digestive upset that other forms of magnesium can create.

Manganese, included in this formula, is a sadly neglected trace mineral. However, it is essential for the proper function of your ligaments and the structure of the cartilage that cushions the joints. The dosage found in Healthy Ligaments & Tendons is higher than you’d typically find in other supplements, but Terry believes that it is a crucial ingredient to maintain these structures and keep them strong.*

Did You Know?

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The term “vitamin B6” is actually a generic name for three related forms of the vitamin: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoximine. The form used in Healthy Ligaments & Tendons™ is the pyridoxal-5-phosphate form, which is involved in much of the body’s chemical reactions.

Healthy Ligaments and Tendons™

Supports Elasticity and Strength of Ligaments and Tendons*

Product Number: 34006 - 60 Capsules

Dietary Supplement

2 capsules daily, or as needed.

Ligaments and tendons, which connect joints together
and connects muscles to bones, are formed from bands
of connective tissue. Healthy Ligaments and Tendons™
contains a combination of ingredients to support:

• Healthy connective tissue formation
• Activation of collagen production
• Strong, stable ligaments and tendons

Healthy Ligaments and Tendons is ideal for supporting
flexible, elastic connective tissue formation, especially
in the hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, knees, and heels.*

SUPPLEMENT FACTS

Serving Size: 2 Capsules

Servings Per Container: 30 Capsules Amount/Serving Daily Value

Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxal-5-phosphate)

 40 mg 2000%

Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin)

 500 mcg 8333%

Magnesium (as amino acid chelate)

 75 mg 19%

Manganese (as amino acid chelate)

 36 mg 900%

Bromelain (2400 GDU)

 100 mg **

Zinc (as amino acid chelate)

 10 mg 66%

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

 500 mg 833%

Niacinamide

 200 mg 1000%

Boswellia (Boswellia Serrata) Extract

 250 mg **

(Bos-Pure®) standardized to
contain >70% boswellic acid
with AKBA >10%


** Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients: vegetable cellulose capsules, cellulose powder, silicon dioxide and vegetable source magnesium stearate.

Contains no: sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, dairy products, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, or preservatives.

BosPure® is a registered trademark of Dolcas-Biotech

If pregnant or nursing, consult a health care practitioner before using.

Made in the USA

Europharma

*THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION.
THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT DISEASE.

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