Description

Cytosport's Joint Matrix delivers an exclusive triple glucosamine formula plus chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, curcumin, willow bark extract, bromelain, borage oil, marine lipids, acetyl cysteine (NAC), licorice root and vitamins and minerals.

This potent, natural blend of chondro-protective nutrients not only improves joint and cartilage health, but also helps relieve inflammation, pain and stiffness and improve flexibility. Furthermore, independent studies suggests that these powerful joint supporting nutrients may help relieve the symptoms of arthritis.

Joint Matrix contains three types of glucosamine salts including glucosamine sulfate, N acetyl glucosamine and glucosamine HCL. Glucosamine and chondroitin are essential nutrients for the production, maintenance, and repair of cartilage. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a key component of synovial fluid lubricating the joints. Research suggests that glucosamine, chondroitin and HA can help improve joint lubrication, relieve joint pain, and treat arthritis.

Willow bark extract, bromelain, borage oil, curcumin, licorice, NAC and marine lipids (fish oils) are natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant nutrients that can help treat and prevent arthritis by reducing inflammation and improving joint function. The botanical willow bark contains the constituent salicylic acid, which can help relieve pain and arthritis symptoms. Willow bark was the model for the development of aspirin.

Pros

Joint Matrix provides a complete blend of chondro-protective nutrients for joint, cartilage and ligament health. This unique formulation contains three forms of glucosamine for maximum benefits.

Joint Matrix's nutrients have the following benefits:

• Triple glucosamine formula maximizes benefits
• Promotes joint health
• Relieves joint inflammation and pain
• Improves flexibility
• Relieves arthritis symptoms

Cons

Certain people may experience mild GI problems including diarrhea and nausea with glucosamine, chondroitin, marine lipids, bromelain, NAC, licorice and willow bark use.

People who are allergic to aspirin or other salicylates should not use willow bark. Children should not use willow bark since it may cause Reye's syndrome. Individuals who are allergic to pineapples, honeybee stings or olive pollen should not use bromelain.

Pregnant or lactating women, children, and people with pre-existing medical conditions or on medication should not supplement with Joint Matrix without consulting a physician.

Be aware that some drugs may interact with Joint Matrix including:

• Acetaminophen
• Acetaminophen with codeine
• Anti-Coagulants
• Anti-Platelet medications
• Aspirin
• AZT
• Bismuth subsalicylate
• Celecoxib
• Chemotherapy
• Cisplatin
• Clozapine
• Cyclophosphamide
• Cyclosporine
• Diclofenac
• Digoxin
• Diuretic drugs
• Docetaxel
• Doxorubicin
• Etodolac
• Flurbiprofen
• Fluororacil
• Flurbiprofen
• Gentamicin
• HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)
• Hydrocodone with acetaminophen
• Ibuprofen
• Indomethacin
• Isoniazide
• Interferon
• Isosorbide mononitrate
• Ketoprofen
• Ketorolac
• Live influenza vaccine intranasal
• Loop Diuretics
• Metoclopramide
• Nabumetone
• Nadolol
• Naproxen
• Nitroglycerin
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Oral corticosteroids
• Oxaprozin
• Paclitaxel
• Penicillin
• Pravastatin
• Piroxicam
• Repaglinide
• Risperidone
• Salsalate
• Simvastatin
• Sulindac
• Tetracycline
• Thiazide diuretics
• Topical corticosteroids
• Ticlopidine
• Zafirlukast

Is it for you?

Do you wish to promote your joint health and relieve arthritis symptoms? If so, Joint Matrix is for you.

However, pregnant or lactating women, children, and people with pre-existing medical conditions or on medication should not supplement with Joint Matrix without consulting a physician.

Dosage and Directions

To begin a program for maximum support, take four tablets twice daily with meals for a period of two to four weeks.

Take 4 capsules per day preferably with morning and evening meals, for maintenance.

Keep in a cool, dry place.