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What is Joint Ultimate Care UC-II™ ?

Joint Ultimate Care UC-II is a joint and bone health formula, featured patented UC-II (undenatured type II collagen), glucosamine HCL.

Type II collagen, a triple helix molecule, is the principal structural protein in cartilage that is responsible for its tensile strength and toughness. Sometimes the body's immune system mistakes type II collagen in human joints as a foreign invader and sends antibodies to attach and destroy the collagen, which can adversely affect joint mobility and flexibility. This condition is coined as autoimmune diseases. Recent studies at Harvard University Medical School have shown that it works with the human immune system to prevent the body from attacking its joints.

UC-II™ consists of undenatured (native) type II collagen, a revolutionary new dietary ingredient that works with the immune system to promote healthy joints and increase joint mobility and flexibility (FDA-notified and published new dietary ingredient.

Why is Joint Ultimate Care UC-II Different?

UC-II™ is made from chicken sternum cartilage using a patented, low-temperature manufacturing process that ensures the biological activity of the type II collagen; activity that has been validated by a very specific and highly sensitive antibody analysis called an "ELISA" test. Other forms of type II collagen sold as dietary supplements are denatured, or hydrolyzed. In other words, their molecular configuration has been changed, either through chemical or high-temperature processing, rendering them inactive. According to Dr. David E. Trentham, Harvard University researcher and leading expert on type II collagen, "type II collagen must be in its native (undenatured) form to be effective."

Active Ingredients

Glucosamine Sulfate is an amino sugar naturally produced by the body from glucose and sulfur. Sulfur is essential to healthy joints. It is a major building and rebuilding component of cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Both Glucosamine and Chondroitin are natural components of cartilage and connective tissues. Replacing lost or low production of glucosamine can help maintain and in most cases, regenerate joint tissues. Many studies have shown dramatic regeneration of joint tissues and improved production of joint fluids with the use of glucosamine sulfate.