Article Summary Between turmeric and curcumin, curcumin may offer more benefits for joint pain specifically. You need less curcumin to achieve the same effects as you would with a much higher dosage of turmeric. That said, turmeric contains other compounds besides curcumin, such as turmerones which increase turmeric's overall effectiveness for health, so you may want to try … [Read more...]

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Pineapple extract bromelain has potential to alleviate joint pain and inflammation.  Bromelain is a compound extracted from pineapples that is believed to promote a variety of health properties. It may specifically benefit joint health by: It's important to note that the research around joint health benefits of bromelain is not conclusive. For some people, … [Read more...]

Structural protein collagen may reduce joint pain and inflammation. As the main structural protein of connective tissue, collagen is essential for proper joint function, and may provide specific benefits such as: Overview As the main structural protein in connective tissue, collagen is the most abundant type of protein found in humans and other mammals, accounting … [Read more...]

Current research favors chondroitin as a way to combat the negative consequences of cartilage loss.  Chondroitin sulfate is a crucial structural component of cartilage. It is believed to aid joint health through: Overview Chondroitin, more accurately known as chondroitin sulfate (CS), is a glycosaminoglycan (GAG) compound known to be the main … [Read more...]