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DESCRIPTION
A sprain is not the same thing as a strain. If a muscle is stressed beyond its capability, it becomes strained. Putting undue weight on the muscles and using the muscles for prolonged periods without rest can create muscle strain. A strained muscle may go into spasms or knot up instead of relaxing normally. Localized pain (during movement), swelling, and loss of mobility occur.
If one of the ligaments, the tissues that connect bones to muscles, is wrenched or stretched excessively, the ligament may tear, causing a sprain. There is likely to be a brief sharp pain followed by rapid swelling. Soft tissue surrounding the joint may be sore and bruised. Sprains can result from unexpected movement or twisting of the affected area, or from a hard fall. The joints most often sprained are the ankle, back, finger, knee, and wrist.
Chronic (long-lasting) strains are injuries that gradually build up from overuse or repetitive stress, resulting in tendinitis (inflammation of a tendon). For example, a tennis player may get tendinitis in his or her shoulder as the result of constant stress from repeated serves.
SEVERITY OF SPRAINS AND STRAINS
A health care provider categorizes sprains and strains according to severity.
- A Grade I (mild) sprain or strain involves some stretching or minor tearing of a ligament or muscle. Grade I injuries usually heal quickly with rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). Therapeutic exercise can also help restore strength and flexibility.
- A Grade II (moderate) sprain or strain is a ligament or muscle that is partially torn but still intact. Grade II injuries are treated similarly but may require immobilization of the injured area to permit healing.
- A Grade III (severe) sprain or strain means that the ligament or muscle is completely torn, resulting in joint instability. Grade III sprains and strains usually require immobilization and possibly surgery to restore function.
The key to recovery is an early evaluation by a medical professional. Once the injury has been determined, a treatment plan can be developed. With proper care, most sprains and strains will heal without long-term side effects.
SPORTS INJURIES
These types of injuries are common in athletes. In most cases, they heal on their own. The Supplement Program outlined on this page can help these injuries heal. Also see this link:
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Sports Nutrition For The Serious Bodybuilder
Fractures occur most often in the very young and in older adults, Indeed, fractures pose an increasing problem as we grow older and our bones become more brittle. Falls account for 87 percent of all fractures in people aged 65 or older. An estimated 300,000 hip fractures occur in people over 50 years of age each year. People aged 85 or older are 15 times more likely to suffer from a fracture if they fall than people between 60 and 65. Osteoporosis is a factor in the majority of these cases. Hip fractures are by far the most troublesome fractures for older adults, and, unfortunately, many cannot live an independent life after a hip fracture.
A broken bone calls for prompt professional help. After a bone has been set, the following supplements and other recommendations will aid in healing.
KEEP YOUR KNEES HEALTHY
By Gretchen Reynolds
From AARP Magazine, March & April 2010
Three years ago Linda Morse tossed a tennis ball gracefully overhead, reached for it with her racket, planted her left leg on the hard tennis court for leverage, and felt something snap. "It was one of those 'Oh, no' moments," says Morse, now 73. "Most people I know who play tennis have some kind of knee trouble, and now, I just knew, I did, too."
Eleven million men and women over 45 will suffer from knee pain this year. Here's how to avoid becoming one of them.
In a typical year more than 6 million men and women 62 and older - and another 5 million between their mid-40s and early 60s - will visit their health care provider because of knee pain. Knees are one of the most commonly injured joints and the most likely to be afflicted with arthritis. Strange twinges or clicking noises are familiar complaints as well, along with - more dramatically - pain, swelling, and a tendency for the joint to seize up.
Serious knee problems are not inevitable, though. The human knee, most experts agree, can outlast us, provided it is not abused and receives some basic preventive maintenance. The right lifestyle and activity choices can help make your knees stronger, healthier, and pliant - and less likely to end your tennis game or any other sports.
WHEN ALL IS WELL...
When all is well inside your knee, it easily withstands loads equal to more than 4 times your body weight. It can also gyroscope in three dimensions, allowing your leg not just to bend, but also to pivot and twist. "It's a remarkable construction," says Charles Kenny, M.D., and orthopedist in Stockbridge Massachusetts.
The largest joint in your body, the knee is a complex interweaving of ligaments (which attach bone to bone), tendons (attaching bone to muscle), bones (primarily the tibia, or shin-bone; the femur, or thighbone; and the patella, or kneecap), and cartilage, a specialized tissue that provides cushioning. You have two types of cartilage in your knees. The first is the meniscus, a small, crescent-shaped pillow of squishy material that sits between the tibia and femur and acts as a shock absorber; there are two menisci, one on each side of your knee. The second type of knee cartilage is articular cartilage, a grand-sounding name for the thin layer of cells that covers the ends of the bones, like socks, and serves about the same purpose: keeping the bone ends safe and giving them a smooth, frictionless surface to move against.
But the knee's intricacy also makes it vulnerable. An injury, even one you suffered years ago and forgot about, can render your knee slightly unstable, like a car that's rattled itself out of alignment. The tissues holding the knee together shorten, pulling the bones out of their ideal positioning. To imagine what happens next, think of your misaligned car's balding, frayed tire tread. That's what the cartilage looks like inside an unstable knee. If it wears away completely, you have bone-on-bone arthritis, a painful condition.
Aging doesn't help. "By your 40s or 50s, the meniscus is becoming dehydrated," says Frederic Nicola, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon in Marina del Rey, California. This makes it more prone to a tear. In addition, as you get older, cartilage cells do not divide and reproduce as well as they once did, which causes the cartilage around your knees to grow thinner and less resilient. If you are not careful, the same movements you have always made - walking, serving a tennis ball, going up and down stairs - can tear or bruise the knee's tissues.
SO HOW CAN YOU KEEP YOUR KNEES AGILE AND PAIN-FREE?
Move More: "I know it sounds counterintuitive, especially if your knee is sore, but the most important thing for knee health is to be active," says Leigh Callahan, Ph.D., an associate professor with the Thurston Arthritis Research Center at the University of North Carolina. A knee that is not used stiffens; the muscles around it start to atrophy, and because these muscles would otherwise absorb some of the shock that moves up the leg with every step, a stiff knee has to take on more of the body's weight than a supple one.
Strengthen Your Thigh Muscles: In a 2009 study of 265 men and women with knee osteoarthritis, Mayo Clinic researchers found that those with the strongest quadriceps (thigh muscles) had less knee pain and better physical function than those with the weakest. But there is a right way and a wrong way to build those muscles. If you are an avid gym-goer, avoid the leg-extension machines, Kenny suggests. "They put far too much stress on the knee joint," he says.
Stretch Regularly: Maintaining flexibility is important, especially in the muscles and tendons that connect directly to the knee, such as the hamstrings and the quadriceps. If these tissues become overly taut, they can pull the knee out of alignment.
Lose The Weight, Finally: Losing as little as 5 percent of your body weight can dramatically reduce your chances of developing knee arthritis, the most common cause of knee pain, according to the authors of a study presented last November at a meeting of the American College of Rheumatology.
Take Glucosamine / Chondroitin: Many health care providers recommend taking 1,500 milligrams (mg) of glucosamine and 1,200 mg of chondroitin daily to strengthen aging cartilage. Their use is controversial because no studies have proven they work. But no studies have found a downside, either. "I firmly believe that this helps," Nicola says.
Get To The Doctor - Pronto - If Your Knee Is Swollen: Likewise, a rattling, grinding noise, or a feeling of gravel moving around inside your knee, should prompt a visit to the health care provider. These can be early warning signs of damaged cartilage. Fortunately, several techniques have been developed in the past few years to repair worn cartilage, including autologous chondrocyte implantation: a surgeon suctions out some of your living cartilage cells, grows millions of copies of them in the lab, then reinjects them into your knees. The technique is new - and is best used on tiny areas of worn cartilage. But researchers believe so-called tissue engineering could cone day offer relief even for those with full bone-on-bone arthritis.
If Your Doctor Recommend Surgery Right Away, Seek A Second Opinion: "I personally think there is more knee surgery being done these days than is warranted," says Kenny, himself a retired surgeon. Several major studies of arthroscopic surgery to remedy sore knees have found little or no benefit. Physical therapy, as well as anti-inflammatory medicines, can be just as effective - and less invasive.
KNEE FRIENDLY EXERCISES
Charles Kenny, M.D., a Massachusetts orthopedist, recommends the following three exercises to strengthen the muscles that attach to the knee. First, be sure to complete a short, five-minute warm-up (such as walking or jogging in place), to get blood moving to the muscles.
Sit against a wall, with one leg bent and the other straight. Gently lift the straight leg off the floor. (It won't go far.) Hold for a beat. Lower the leg gently. Repeat a few times, then switch legs.
Imagine you are sitting in a chair with your back against the wall, only there is no chair there. Stay in that position for 10 seconds, then slowly straighten up.
Just like it sounds: shuffle quickly to one side, then stop and shuffle to the other. This will strengthen the muscles on either side of your knees.
After that fateful day on the tennis court, Linda Morse visited an orthopedic surgeon, who diagnosed a tear in her meniscus and scheduled her for surgery. But when he went into her knee, he found no tear - just a little arthritis. Since then, Morse has dedicated herself to protecting her knees. She exercises regularly, keeps her build lean, and does not play on hard tennis courts anymore. "It's made me diligent," she says of her injury scare. "Today I feel like I have the knees of a 40- or 50-year old."
FURTHER KNEE HEALTH INFORMATION
If you are thinking of trading in your old, aching knee for a new model, before making this decision, get the lowdown on knee replacement surgery at aarpmagazine.org/health.
Gretchen Reynolds writes the Phys Ed blog for The New York Times Online.
SAVING SOLES
By Susan Crandell
From AARP Magazine, March & April 2010
Planning a walking trip? These six simple exercises will keep your feet in tiptop shape.
Americans walk an average of 100,000 miles during their lifetimes. That is like hiking from New York to California - more than 30 times. And that pounding can take a toll on your tootsies: more than 300 ailments can affect your feet, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (apma.org), from bunions to heel pain. Foot-friendly accessories can help - acrylic socks that wick away moisture to help you avoid blisters, well-fitting shoes that do not pinch or put pressure on your feet - but the key to wellness is exercise, which can strengthen muscles, soothe achy joints, and improve range of motion, says Paul Langer, D.P.M., author of "Great Feet For Life". To work on specific issues, go barefoot and try these six targeted moves.
MARBLE PICKUPS
What They Do: Strengthen muscles in the bottom of the foot and ease arthritic joints in the mid-foot. Can also minimize the discomfort of hammertoes and bunions.
How To Do Them: Sit on a chair and use your toes to pick up marbles from the floor. Drop marbles into a bowl on the floor; repeat pickups with your other foot. Do for 5 minutes in total; work up to 10 minutes.
ARCH ROLLS
What They Do: Ease heel pain and loosen tight arches.
How To Do Them: Sit on a chair and roll a tennis ball or water bottle back and forth under one foot. Do for 2 to 5 minutes; repeat with your other foot.
TOWEL SCRUNCHES
What They Do: Strengthen mid-foot muscles and ease discomfort from fallen arches and plantar fasciitis (an inflammation of the connective tissue on the bottom of the foot that causes arch and heel pain).
How To Do Them: Lay a hand towel on the floor. While sitting or standing, use your toes to pull the towel toward you. Do 5 to 10 times with one foot; repeat with your other foot.
TOE STRETCHES
What They Do: Improve flexibility of the bottom of the foot, which can help ease the pain of plantar fasciitis.
How To Do Them: Sit on a chair. Cross one leg over the other so your ankle rests on your thigh. Grasp the toes on the crossed leg and gently pull them toward your shin; hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 3 times with each foot.
TOE WRITING
What They Do: Maintains the rang of motion in your toes, feet and ankles.
How To Do Them: Sit on a chair and raise one foot off the ground. Next, write the alphabet in the air with your toes, making big, bold letters. Repeat with your other foot.
CALF STRETCHES
What They Do: Loosen a tight Achilles tendon and tight calf muscles, which can cause pain in the forefoot or heel.
How To Do Them: Stand with your palms flat against a wall and your arms straight. Move one foot so it's 12 to 24 inches behind the other. Bend your knee that is closest to the wall, and keep your rear leg straight. Both feet should stay flat on the floor. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds. Then also bend the knee of your rear leg and hold for another 10 to 30 seconds. Repeat once with the opposite leg.
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GENERAL PREVENTION & TREATMENT
HERBS
Boswellia, an herb used commonly in Ayurvedic medicine, aids in the process of recovery from a fracture, easing pain and acting as an excellent anti-inflammatory.
Herbal Remedies: Boswellia Extract (Frankincense), Standardized, Nature's Way, 307 mg, 60 Tabs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Frankincense Powder, Wild-Harvested Bulk Herbs
Horsetail extract is a good source of silica, which enhances the utilization of calcium and promotes healing and repair.
Herbal Remedies: Horsetail Herb Grass, Nature's Way, 440 mg, 100 Caps
Mountain Rose Herbs: Horsetail, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Turmeric paste makes a good poultice. Combine turmeric with a little hot water and apply it to the site of the injury on a gauze dressing. This is also good for bruises and helps to reduce swelling. A poultice of fresh mullein leaves is also good. See Using A Poultice for more information.
Herbal Remedies: Turmeric Extract, Standardized Extract, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 120 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Turmeric Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Curcumin, NOW Foods, 665 mg, 60 VCaps.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Turmeric, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Fenugreek and Flaxseed powder can be combined with Slippery Elm bark to make a poultice. See Using A Poultice for more information.
Herbal Remedies: Fenugreek Seed Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Mountain Rose Herbs: Fenugreek, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Forti-Flax Ground Flaxseed, Barlean's, 100% Certified Organic, 16 oz.
100% Organic, Pesticide and Herbicide free select flaxseeds.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Flax, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Bark Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Mountain Rose Herbs: Slippery Elm, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Feverfew and Ginger are good for pain and soreness. Ginger is also a powerful antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory effects.
Herbal Remedies: Feverfew Leaves, Nature's Way, 380 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Feverfew Extract, Standardized, Nature's Way, 325 mg, 60 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Feverfew Supplement Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Feverfew, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Crystallized Ginger Slices, NOW Foods, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Ginger Root, Nature's Way, 550 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Ginger Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Ginger Root Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginger Root, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Green Tea and Nettle Leaf have anti-inflammatory properties.
Herbal Remedies: Green Tea EGCq Extract, Vegetarian Formula, NOW Foods, 400 mg, 90 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Organic Green Tea, Prince of Peace, 100 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Simply Green Tea, Organic, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Chinese Green Tea, Premium, 100 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Green Tea, 100% Darjeeling Green Tea, NOW Foods, 30 Tea Bags
Mountain Rose Herbs: Green & White Teas
Goldenseal poultices are good for reducing inflammation. See Using A Poultice for more information.
Herbal Remedies: Goldenseal Herb, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Goldenseal Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Goldenseal Root, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Horse Chestnut extract gel, applied topically to the injured area, can reduce swelling and inflammation.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Horse Chestnut, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Mustard poultices are good for swelling and can relax tense muscles. See Using A Poultice for more information.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Mustard Seed, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
RECOMMENDATIONS
Immediately after the injury, raise the affected area above the heart level, if possible. Apply ice for no longer than 20 minutes. Do not use heat immediately following an injury. Apply ice intermittently every 4 hours for the first 1 to 2 days. Then, after the inflammation has subsided, apply heat for 20 minute periods 2 to 3 times a day. If possible, use a splint or sling to immobilize and protect the injured area.
If there is no significant swelling, call your health care provider right away or go to a hospital emergency room to have the injury evaluated. Especially with injuries to the wrists and ankles, it is wise to have x-rays taken to make sure no bones have been broken.
Consume plenty of juices made from fresh raw vegetables, including beets, garlic, and radishes. Raw vegetables are high in valuable vitamins and enzymes.
Eat half of a fresh pineapple every day until the fracture is healed. Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that acts to reduce swelling and inflammation. Use only fresh pineapple, not canned or processed. If you don't like pineapple, the food supplement bromelain will provide the same benefits. Bromelain should be taken on an empty stomach.
Herbal Remedies: Bromelain Supplement, NOW Foods, 2000 GDU, 500 mg, 90 Tabs
NOW Foods Bromelain 2000 GDU, Bromelain Supplement, is a proteolytic digestive enzyme that can enhance absorption of protein. It may also affect protein turnover in the body including proteins found in joint tissue. Bromelain has been the subject of over 200 scientific studies in medicine, dentistry, and animal research over the past 30 years.
Avoid red meat, as well as colas and any other products containing caffeine. Foods with preservatives should also be avoided due to their phosphorus content. Phosphorus can lead to bone loss.
To prevent sprains and strains, do stretching exercise both before and after exercise and other physical activity.
Use clay poultices for bruises and swelling. See Poultices for more information.
Herbal Remedies: Bentonite Clay, Pascalite, 100 Caps
Pascalite is used in soap and toothpaste, applied as a poultice to insect bites, sunburns, infections, cold sores and acne, and as a suppository for hemorrhoids. Users found it a potent skin cleanser and conditioner, drank it for heartburn and ulcers and swallowed capsules of Pascalite as a natural mineral and dietary supplement. Ranchers and veterinarians applied it to wounds and infections on livestock.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Cosmetic, Facial & Spa Quality Clays
Useful, convenient, cleansing, and invigorating, cosmetic clays are one of the most widely applied skin applications, always promising us remarkable results. These exceptional quality clays have a multitude of purposes and each one carries substantial quantities of minerals for general skin health. All of these clays have been pre-screened and analyzed to guarantee consistency with an unsurpassable mineral content. All 1 pound clays come in an attractive and recyclable stand up foil pouch with a zipper top to prolong freshness. Or you may buy in bulk 5, 50 and 55 pound bags. Each and every clay product offered is manufactured and processed naturally through sun dried methods and they have not been altered or remanufactured in any other way.
Make your home safer by taking measures such as the following:
- Use non-slippery floor coverings. If you have carpets that are not fitted, make sure the edges are taped down.
- Make sure you keep your path clear. If you have pets, they should be trained to keep out of your way. Do not leave things on the floor.
- Make sure you have plenty of light so that you can see properly.
- Wipe up any spilled liquids immediately.
- Wear shoes or slippers with rubber soles.
- Take extra precautions when using the stairs. Install handrails if necessary.
- If you have difficulty getting in and out of the tub or shower, install hand grip handles and devices to give you extra stability.
- Keep the telephone in a readily accessible place. Do not rush to answer it. Portable phones are available with a simple large red button that will connect you directly with the 911 emergency number.
- Medical alert devices that are worn around the neck or wrist are available for people living alone.
- Talk to your health care provider about the medications you are taking and discuss whether they might impair your balance or orientation.
If you are in discomfort after a fall, have an x-ray taken of the painful area. If there is a fracture, you need to have it attended to immediately.
If you suffer a hip fracture, ask your health care provider about nerve block before you have an operation to fix it. A nerve block can lessen the amount of oral analgesic administered during surgery.
HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES
Use homeopathic remedies to ease the discomfort. Homeopathic remedies used to treat symptoms of sprains, strains and other types of injuries include:
Arnica Montana
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Cream Homeopathic First Aid Cream, 100% Cream, 100% Organic, 1 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Gel, Arniflora Homeopathics, Boericke & Tafel, Topical Gel, 2.75 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Extract Tincture, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Cooling Relief Gel, NOW Foods, 2 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Homeopathic Clikpak, 30 C, 84 Pellets
Herbal Remedies: Arnica Montana Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Aconitum Napellus
Herbal Remedies: Aconite Homeopathic Clikpak, 30C, 84 Pellets
Hypericum
Herbal Remedies: Hypericum Homeopathic Clikpak, 30C, 84 Pellets
Rhus Toxicodendron
Herbal Remedies: Rhus Tox (Rhus Toxicodendron) Homeopathic Clikpak, 30C, 84 Pellets
Herbal Remedies: Hyland's Homeopathic Rhus Tox, 6X, 160 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Hyland's Arthritis Pain Formula, 100 Tabs
Ruta Graveolens
Herbal Remedies: Arnileve Multi-Action Sport Cream, 30 g
Symphytum Officinalis
Herbal Remedies: Arnileve Multi-Action Sport Cream, 30 g
Herbal Remedies: Comfrey Leaf Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Comfrey Leaf Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Comfrey Leaf Ointment, Nature's Way, 2 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Comfrey Extract Tincture, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.
CONSIDERATIONS
Minor sprains can usually be treated at home. However, anytime an injury becomes painful and swollen, you should see a medical professional - especially if you hear a popping sound and find that you cannot use the injured joint normally.
Aromatherapy can be helpful. Cold compresses made with essential oils of Camphor, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender, and/or Rosemary are good. Add 10 drops or so of essential oil to 1 quart of cool water and use the mixture to make the compresses.
Clay poultices can be used to treat sprains and fractures.
The risk of injury to the muscles and joints is higher in contact sports than in other types of activity.
Ultrasound therapy after a fracture may speed healing as much as 45 percent. The device has been approved by the FDA but only, at present, for wrist and shinbone fractures. This treatment is applied at home through a window in the cast. It is expensive, however, and may not be covered by some health insurance policies.
Glucosamine sulfate is a natural alternative to aspirin and other non-steroidal anti- inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Glucosamine is found naturally in joint cartilage. It stimulates the production of the substances needed for joint repair.
A study of senior citizens who took tranquilizers revealed that they suffered 70 percent more hip fractures than did other people their age.
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NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended here are for adults. For a child between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For a child between 6 and 12, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for a child under the age of 6, use 1/4 the recommended amount.
NUTRIENTS Supplement Suggested Dosage Comments Very Important Bone Builder With Boron
From Ethical NutrientsAs directed on label. A microcrystalline hydroxyapatite concentrate (MCHC) that contains the organic protein-calcium matrix of raw bone. Available only through health care professionals.
Bone Support
From Synergy Plus
Or
Bone Defense
From KALAs directed on label. Take with calcium and magnesium (see below).
As directed on label.To supply essential nutrients for bone health.
Boron 3 mg daily. Do not exceed this amount. Important in bone health and healing. Studies show boron can increase calcium uptake by as much as 30 percent.
Boron Chelate, Nature's Way, 3 mg, 100 Caps,
Boron Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 20 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Ionic Boron, Single Mineral, Trace Minerals, 6 mg, 2 fl. oz.,
OsteoBoron Bone & Joint Health, With 400 mg Green Food Concentrate, NOW Foods, 90 VCapsCalcium 1,500-2,000 mg daily, in divided doses, after meals and at bedtime. Vital for proper bone repair. Needed for repair of connective tissue. Use both calcium chelate and calcium gluconate forms to assure assimilation.
Calcium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 700 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Liquid Calcium W/ConcenTrace, Orange Vanilla, Trace Minerals, 1000 mg, 32 fl. oz.,
Cal-Mag Pre-Chelated Calcium & Magnesium, Vital Earth, 240 Gelcaps,
Just An Ounce Liquid Calcium & Magnesium, Almond Flavor, 16 fl. oz.Magnesium 750-1,000 mg daily. Needed to balance with calcium. Very important for the skeletal system.
Magnesium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 350 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Just An Ounce Calcium & Magnesium Liquid, Almond Flavor, 16 fl. oz.,
Calcium & Magnesium Mineral Complex, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 500 mg / 250 mg, 250 CapsPotassium 99 mg daily. Vital for tissue repair. Useful for maintaining good muscle and heart function.
Potassium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 340 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Potassium Chelate, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 99 mg, 100 Caps,
Potassium Chloride Powder, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 8 oz.Glucosamine Sulfate
And
Chondroitin Sulfate
Plus
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)As directed on labels.
500-1,000 mg daily.
500-1,000 mg 3 times daily.Nutritional support for strengthening joints, ligaments, and tendons. Important for the repair of bones, cartilage, connective tissue and synovial (joint fluid). Also relieves pain and inflammation. Helps the body maintain joint flexibility by building cartilage.
MSM makes cell walls permeable, allowing water and nutrients to freely flow into cells and allowing wastes and toxins to properly flow out. A sulfur compound needed for reducing pain and inflammation; also for joint and tissue repair.
Chondroitin Sulfate & Glucosamine Sulfate, Bovine, 400 mg/500 mg, 60 Caps,
MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Pure Lignisul, With Glucosamine, 500 mg/500 mg, 120 Caps,Or
N-Acetylglucosamine (N-A-G)As directed on labels. Very important for the formation of bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and synovial (joint) fluid.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate, Extra Strength, NOW Foods, 60 Tabs,
N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG), Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 90 CapsInflazyme Forte
Or
Wobenzyme NAs directed on label, take between meals. To destroy free radicals released during injury. Helpful Bromelain 400 mg 3 times daily, Between meals. An enzyme that helps to stimulate production of prostaglandins and reduces inflammation.
Bromelain 2000 GDU Supplement, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 90 Tabs,
Quercetin With Bromelain, Hypoallergenic Bioflavonoid, NOW Foods, 800 mg, 120 VCapsCurcumin 600 mg 3 times daily. Reduces inflammation and aids in healing.
Curcumin, NOW Foods, 665 mg, 60 VCaps,
Turmeric Extract (Curcuma Longa), Standardized to 95% Curcuminoids, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 120 TabsDesiccated Liver As directed in label. Aids in building healthy blood cells. Dimethylglycine (DMG) As directed on label. Increases tissue oxygenation.
DMG Supplement, N,N Dimethyl Glycine, NOW Foods, 125 mg, 100 CapsEssential Fatty Acids As directed on label. Promotes cellular and cardiovascular health; improves stamina and speeds recovery.
Barlean's Flax Oil, Highest Lignan, 1000 mg, 250 Caps,
Barlean's Flax Oil, 100% Highest Lignan Content, Organic, Pesticide & Herbicide Free, 16 fl. oz.,
Essential Fatty Acids For Baby & Children, Butterscotch Flavor, Organic, 8 fl. oz.,
Ultimate Oil, Essential Fatty Acids Supplement, Nature's Secret, 90 SoftGelsFree-Form Amino Acid Complex As directed on label. Speeds healing. Use a sublingual form, if available.
Amino 1000 Complete, NOW Foods, 120 Caps,
Amino 1500, Chewable Blend of 20 Amino Acids, Predigested, NOW Foods, 150 Tabs,Grape Seed Extract As directed on label. A powerful anti-inflammatory.
Grape Seed / Grapeseed Oil (Vitus Vinifera), 100% Pure, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.,
Grape Seed Extract, 350 mg, 90 Caps,
Grape Seed Extract, Standardized, Nature's Way, 100 mg, 30 Caps,
Kelp 1,000-1,500 mg daily. Rich in calcium and minerals in a natural balance.
Kelp Seaweed (Norwegian) Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.,
Kelp Seaweed (Norwegian), 100% Natural Acophyllum Nodosum, NOW Foods, 250 mg, 250 VCaps,
Kelp Supplement, Nature's Way, Certified, 650 mg, 100 Caps,
Kelp Seaweed (Norwegian) Powder, Laminaria Digitata, 4 oz. BulkL-Leucine
Plus
L-Isoleucine
And
L-ValineAs directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg Vitamin B-6 and 100 mg Vitamin C for better absorption. Branched-chain amino acids that promote the healing of bones, skin, and muscle. See Amino Acids for more information.
Branched Chain Amino Acids, Free Form, (Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine) NOW Foods, 120 CapsManganese 15 mg daily. Strengthens wounded ligaments and/or tendons.
Manganese Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 30 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex As directed on label. To promote good health, nutritional balance, and tissue repair.
Multi-Vitamin With Minerals, Hi-Tech, 90 Tabs,
Prenatal Multi-Vitamin & Minerals, 100% Natural Complete, Nature's Way, 180 Caps,
Hypo Allergenic Multiple Vitamin Mineral, 180 Caps,
MultiVeg Advanced Multi-Vitamin With Minerals Complex, Vegetarian Formula, 60 Tabs,
Children's Chewable Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Trace Minerals, 60 Wafers,
Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Complete, Trace Minerals, 120 Tabs,
Alive! Whole Food Energizer, Multi-Vitamin With Minerals, With Naturally Occurring Iron (No Iron Added), Nature's Way, 90 VCaps,
Alive! Whole Food Energizer Multi-Vitamin With Minerals, With Naturally Occurring Iron (No Iron Added), Nature's Way, 180 TabsOctacosanol 3,000 mcg daily. Improves tissue repair.
Octacosanol, NOW Foods, 5000 mcg, 100 CapsNeonatal Multi-Gland
Or
B-Cell FormulaAs directed on label.
As directed on label.To stimulate healing of connective tissue. See Glandular Therapy for more information. Proteolytic Enzymes As directed on label. Take between meals. When taken between meals, reduces inflammation. When taken with meals, aids digestion of proteins. Caution: Do not give this supplement to a child under the age of 16 years.
Enzymes, All Complete, 250 mg, 90 Caps,
MetabolicZyme (Hypoallergenic), Allergy Research Group/Nutricology, 900 TabsRaw Liver Extract As directed on label. Supplies balanced B vitamins and other needed vitamins and minerals. See Glandular Therapy for more information. S-Adenosylmethionine (SAM-e) As directed on label. Deficiency results in the inability to maintain cartilage properly. Aids in reducing pain and inflammation. A natural alternative to prescribed antidepressants. Can also be used in a lower dose as an anti-inflammatory agent for joint stiffness. Caution:Do not use ' if you have manic-depressive disorder or take prescription antidepressants.
SAM-e, Enteric Coated, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 30 Tabs,
SAM-e With B Vitamin Cofactors, Vegetarian, Enteric Coated, NOW Foods, 200 mg, 60 Tabs,Silica
Or
Horsetail500 mg daily. Supplies silicon, needed for calcium uptake and connective tissue repair.
Cellfood Silica Liquid Drops, CellFood, 4 fl. oz.,
Original Silica Gel Supplement, Nature's Way, Vegetarian, 90 VCaps,
Silica Complex Supplement, 8% Extract, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 90 Tabs
Horsetail Herb Grass, Nature's Way, 440 mg, 100 CapsVitamin A
Plus
Beta Carotene
Or
Mixed Carotenoids10,000 IU daily.
15,000 IU daily.
As directed on label.Enhances immunity and aids in protein utilization. Protein is not utilized without vitamin A. To destroy free radicals formed during exercise.
Vitamin A, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels,
Multi-Carotene Antioxidant, Carotene Supplement, Nature's Way, 60 Softgels,
Beta Carotene (Dunaliella salina), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 25,000 IU, 100 SoftgelsVitamin B Complex 100 mg of each major B vitamin daily (amounts of individual vitamins in a complex will vary). All the B vitamins are important during stressful situations. Helps maintain healthy muscle tone and proper brain function. Important for older adults because these nutrients are less well absorbed as we age. Use a high potency formula.
Ultimate B Complex Formula, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs,
Vitamin B-100 Complex, With Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 631 mg, 100 Caps,
Vitamin B-50 Complex, With Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 330 mg, 100 Caps,
B-Stress Vitamin Complex, With Siberian Eleuthero, Nature's Way, 100 Caps,And Extra
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B-5)500 mg daily. The most important anti-stress vitamin. Aids in vitamin utilization.
Pantothenic Acid, 100% Natural, Vitamin B-5, Nature's Way, 250 mg, 100 CapsAnd
Folic Acid400-600 mcg per day from all sources. Reduces homocysteine, high levels of which raise the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures.
Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 800 mcg, 100 CapsVitamin C
With Bioflavonoids5,000-20,000 mg daily, in divided doses. Important in repair of bones, connective tissue, and muscles. An antioxidant required for tissue growth and repair. Calcium ascorbate is the best source of vitamin C to use for these injuries. See Ascorbic Acid Flush for more information.
Vitamin C 1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps,
Vitamin C Liquid, With Rose Hips & Bioflavonoids, Kosher, Dynamic Health, Natural Citrus Flavor, 1000 mg, 16 fl. oz.,
Ester C With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 90 Tabs,
Vitamin C Liquid for Baby & Children, 4 fl. oz.,
Alive! 100% Whole Food Complex Vitamin C Powder, Nature's Way, 120 g,
Meta C Vitamin C Supplement, 1000 mg, 100 Tabs,
The Right C Vitamin C Powder, Nature's Way, 120 g,
The Right C, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 120 Tabs,Vitamin D-3 400-1,000 IU daily. Needed for calcium absorption and bone repair. May help prevent fractures.
Dry Vitamin D, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 400 IU, 100 Caps,
Vitamin D, NOW Foods, 2000 IU, 120 SoftgelsVitamin E 200 IU daily or 400 IU every other day up to 400-1000 IU daily. A free radical scavenger. Effective antioxidant and reducer of inflammation. Use d-alpha-tocopherol form.
Ester E Natural Vitamin E, California Natural, 400 IU, 60 Softgels,
Vitamin E, 400 IU, 100% Natural, NOW Foods, 100 Gels,
Vitamin E-1000, NOW Foods, 1000 IU, 100 Gels,
Vitamin E, d-alpha-tocopherol, 400 IU, 100 Softgels
Zinc 80 IU daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements. Important in tissue repair. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or zinc methionate (OptiZinc) for best absorption.
Zinc (Chelated), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 Caps,
Zinc Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 100 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Zinc Lozenges With Echinacea & Vitamin C, Nature's Way, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges,
Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, SilvaSolution, 90 Lozenges
SPRAINS & FRACTURE SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS
Information, supplements and products for sprains, strains, other injuries of the muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons (tissues that connect bones through a joint) & fractures, a break or crack in a bone.
Arnica Gel, Arniflora, 2.75 oz. topical gel
Arniflora is a modern pharmaceutical preparation containing 8% tincture of Arnica Montana. Relieves: Pain, Swelling, Stiffness, Bruising, Pain relieving gel for bumps, bruises, sprains, sports injuries, over-exercising, and more.Arnica Montana Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Arnica Montana is used primarily to relieve the after-effects of falls, blows, sports injuries and overexertion.Boron Chelate, Nature's Way, 3 mg, 100 Caps
Boron Chelate helps to prevent the loss of calcium, phosphorus and magnesium through the urine.Boswellia Extract (Frankincense), Standardized, Nature's Way, 307 mg, 60 Tabs
Nature's Way Standardized Boswellia extract has been formulated to meet the dosage used in clinical studies on Boswellic Acids and their health benefits.Britemind Elder for Enhanced Brain Function, Luma Congmin, 100% Natural, 500 mg, 60 Caps
This time-honored formula is used in Chinese medicine to maintain healthy brain and mental functions, and sexual potency.Cast Boot, Closed Toe, Small, 1 each, Fits 2-1/2 to 6 inch shoe size.
Cast Boot helps provide protection for a walking case.Cellfood Silica Liquid Drops, CellFood, 4 fl. oz.
CellFood Silica contains all of these elements which support bones, arteries, connective tissue, healthy hair, skin, and nails.Chamomile Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Chamomile is used for the treatment of pain and inflammation in the intestines and stomach, as well as inhaling Chamomile vapor for asthma and other lung problems.Chondroitin Sulfate & Glucosamine Sulfate, Bovine, 400 mg/500 mg, 60 Caps
Chondroitin Sulfate & Glucosamine Sulfate Capsules are a combination of chondroitin and glucosamine, two powerful nutrients that help to promote optimum support for joints and cartilage function, strength and mobility.Colon & Liver Cleanser, Organic, 16 fl. oz.
CAC liquid is a colon and liver cleanser and detoxifier as well as a blood cleanser that serves to regulate the bowel movements so that the stool is so soft it breaks up into a cloud.Comfrey Leaf Powder, 100% Organic, 4 oz. Bulk
One of the most well-known healing plants, especially for its ability to heal tissue and bone.Detox, 100% Natural, Herbal Ayurvedic Formula, 50 Tabs
DETOX is a general organ cleanser and tonic, specifically including kidneys, liver, pancreas and gall bladder.Digestive Enzymes, 750 mg, 100 Caps
Since cooking destroys many of the digestive enzymes in food, taking plant fiber-based digestive enzymes aids in digesting even the heaviest meal.DMG Supplement, N,N Dimethyl Glycine, NOW Foods, 125 mg, 100 Caps
NOW Foods DMG Supplement is a methylated amino acid found in all cells. DMG is an antioxidant and methyl donor that has a number of beneficial effects. It has shown to have potential in increasing immune response to the flu and salmonella.Dry Vitamin D, Nature's way, 1005 Natural, 100 Caps
Vitamin D helps the body to regulate the transport of calcium from the digestive system through the bloodstream to bone. It also assists in the retention of calcium and phosphorus.Elastic Bandage Wrap, Support Wrap, 2 Inch Width, Roll
This Elastic Bandage Wrap & Support Wrap is ideal for compression, restriction and positioning for any joint compression support for the shoulder, knee, ankle, or wrist.Elastic Bandage Wrap, Support Wrap, Core Products, 4 Inch Width, Roll
This Elastic Bandage Wrap & Support Wrap is ideal for compression, restriction and positioning for any joint compression support for the shoulder, knee, ankle, or wrist.Enzymes, All Complete, 250 mg, 90 Caps
All Complete Enzymes, dietary supplement, is an important combination of critical enzymes that help support normal digestive function, cholesterol levels, fat metabolism and more, all in one convenient tablet.Glucosamine Chondroitin Liquid, With Lignisul MSM, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.
Liquid Glucosamine & Chondroitin with MSM combines three of the most effective nutrients available today for supporting good joint health in an easily absorbed liquid form.Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Sodium Free, Nature's Way, 375 mg, 80 Tabs
FlexMax Glucosamine HCL contains more elemental glucosamine per milligram than sulfate forms and is more readily absorbed making it highly effective.Glucosamine Sulfate (FlexMax), Nature's Way, 750 mg, 80 Tabs
Numerous scientific studies show glucosamine sulfate to be highly effective. An advancement over competitive brands, FlexMax glucosamine sulfate is non-irritating to the stomach because of its proprietary StomachGuard technology that utilizes plant fibers to form a protective gel around the tablet upon entering the digestive tract.Hot & Cold Gel Pack With 18 Inch Strap, Packaged In Plastic Bag, CorPak, 9X16 Inch, 1 Each
Hot & Cold Gel Pack With 18 Inch Strap, Packaged In Plastic Bag, CorPak, 6X10 Inch, 1 Each
Hot & Cold Gel Pack, CorPak, 3X5 Inch, 1 Each
Hot & Cold Gel Pack, CorPak, 6X10 Inch, 1 Each
Hot & Cold Gel Pack, CorPak Soft, 10X13 Inch, 1 Each
Hot & Cold Gel Pack, CorPak Soft, 6X20 Inch, 1 Each
Treat your strains, sprains, tendinitis and other injuries with a CorPak Soft Hot & Cold Pack.Hyaluronic Acid Hydraplenish With MSM & BioCell Collagen, Vegetarian, Nature's Way, 60 VCaps
Hyaluronic Acid Hydraplenish contains the patented BioCell Collagen II complex for healthy connective tissue and synovial fluid plus Opti MSM to support healthy hair.Irwin Naturals EstroPause, Menopause Support, 80 Gelcaps
Irwin Naturals EstroPause has been carefully formulated to support hot flash control, memory & mood, estrogen production, bone density, eye, heart, colon and vaginal moisture.Irwin Naturals 3 In 1 Joint Formula, 90 GelCaps
Irwin Naturals 3 in 1 Joint Formula is Bioperine Enhanced, rebuilds worn joints, lubricates stiff joints, soothes inflamed joints and Irwin Naturals are Medical Doctor formulated.Joint Flexer, TCM Formula, Guanjieling, 60 Caps
JointFlexer uses traditional Chinese medicine for its blood circulation promoting, stasis dispersing, analgesic, anti-inflammation, bone and tendon nurturing properties to maintain healthy joint and its functions.Just An Ounce Calcium & Magnesium Liquid, Almond Flavor, 16 fl. oz.
Just An Ounce, Calcium and Magnesium Liquid can help with the development of strong bones and teeth, also prevents muscle cramping, risk of colon cancer, maintain regular heart beat, protects against osteoporosis and helps relax the central nervous system.Kelp Seaweed (Norwegian) Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Due to overwhelming research results, kelp has become an effective treatment for hyperthyroidism. Some tests have shown Kelp to be helpful when used as a supplemental treatment of tumors; however, the reports are not conclusive at this time.Manganese Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 30 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Manganese is a pure liquid Manganese supplement. Manganese, also called the "brain mineral," is important in the utilization of all mental facilities/functions.MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Pure Lignisul, With Glucosamine, 500 mg/500 mg, 120 Caps
MSM with Glucosamine provides nutritional support for healthy joints by lubricating, nourishing, and easing inflammation in damaged tissue and cartilage.MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Supplement, Pure Lignisul With Free 4 oz. Lotion, 1000 mg, 120 Caps
Buy MSM Supplement caps and get a free 4 oz. lotion. MSM supplement plays a beneficial role in connective tissue and joint flexibility, immune health, arthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation, pain, hair, skin, nails, athletic injuries, acne, wrinkles and allergies.Natural Aspirin Alternative, White Willow Bark Extract, 390 mg, 60 Tabs
Used to treat bursitis, tendonitis, headaches, osteoarthritis, dysmenorrhea, rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, toothache, and menstrual cramps, White Willow is being used by more people as a safer, natural alternative to aspirin.Natural Menthol Analgesic Salve, Swiss Made, Olbas, 1 oz. Tube
This Analgesic Menthol Salve delivers a combination of deep, penetrating relief of aches and pains in muscles and joints, and is particularly effective to soothe backaches and the inflammation and discomforts from arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains.NephroEase for Kidney Health, TCM Formula, Luma Yushen, 100% Natural, 500 mg, 60 Caps
Used in Chinese medicine for its nutritive, brain nurturing, cardiotonic, diuretic, kidney tonifying, liver supporting, bone and muscle strengthening, spleen and kidney warming.O J Soothe, PCK Technologies, 500 mg, 60 Caps
This 100% natural herbal formula is based on Chinese decoctions proven effective to relieve chronic musculo-skeletal disorder symptoms, including heel pain, painful, swollen, deformed, non-flexible or stiff joints and muscles, etc. but without open wound, red-hot skin or bone fracture.OsteoBoron Bone & Joint Health, With 400 mg Green Food Concentrates, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps
Boron is an important trace mineral for bone and joint health throughout life, as well as for the development and maintenance of healthy bone density. NOW OsteoBoron is a superior form of Boron that has been the subject of clinical studies demonstrating its efficacy in the support of healthy joints.Potassium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 340 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Potassium is a pure liquid Potassium supplement. Potassium aids rheumatic or arthritic conditions and is vital for the elimination of wastes.Solid Bone For Bone & Muscle Strength, TCM Formula, Luma Zhuanggu, 500 mg, 60 Caps
This time-honored formula is used in Chinese medicine for its bone and muscle strengthening to maintain healthy, strong bones and muscles.Sports Gel, Muscle & Joint Pain Relief Homeopathics, Boericke & Tafel, 2.5 oz.
Sports Gel is a non-greasy, fast acting homeopathic topical gel to give relief to deep muscle and back pain, sports injuries and over-exercising, tendon or joint pain and inflammation, nerve pain and injury, bone bruises, minor cuts, scrapes or abrasions.Tiger Balm Ultra Strength, Non-Staining Sports Rub, Natural Pain Relief, 1.7 oz.
Tiger Balm Ultra sports rub for sore muscles and overexertion.Turmeric Extract (Curcuma longa), Standardized to 95% Curcuminoids, 500 mg, 120 Tabs
Turmeric extract has become a popular herbal supplement due to the potent antioxidant properties of it's active constituent curcuminoids.Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine), 100 mg, 100 Caps
Vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine) is converted in the body to the main coenzyme responsible for amino acid and protein metabolism.Vitamin B-100 Complex W/ Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 631 mg, 100 Caps
A complete Vitamin B complex of 8 essential vitamins. B Vitamins are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures.Vitamin B-50 Complex W/ Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 330 mg, 100 Caps
B Vitamins are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures. They also function as lipotropics which converts fats to other useful products.Vitamin C 1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps
Nature's Way Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids provides antioxidant protection for many of the body's important enzyme systems.White Flower Balm, 0.67 fl. oz.
Use White Flower Balm, for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple headache, arthritis, sprains, bruises, and strains.Zinc (Chelated), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 Caps
Zinc is present in all tissues, organs and secretions of the body. Nature's Way chelated zinc is 100% natural chelated with an advanced amino acid complex for superior absorption.
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