What is collagen? Collagen is a protein known as “structural”, which is to say that they make up the organism by giving it structure. It is a sort of “glue” for tissue. It is also the most abundant protein in the body. Collagen is essential to the cohesion, elasticity and regeneration of tissue. There are more then 12 types of collagen but the one that is present in cartilage is type-II collagen. With rheumatoid arthritis, complex immune mechanisms destroy type-II collagen in the cartilage. In traditional Chinese medicine, consuming animal cartilage has been recommended for thousands of years to treat articular issues. Modern nutritional habits are greatly responsible for generalized collagen deficiency. Nowadays, people rarely eat good quantities of homemade stocks or broths made with meat or chicken prepared with the bones and cartilage. The use of boneless meats or packaged broths is more widespread. Land Art advantages: Contain some vitamin C: Ascorbic acid contributes to collagen biosynthesis. It catalyses proline and lysine hydroxylation in hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine, normal collagen constituants. Hydrolyzed: complex proteins are separated, rendering bio-available amino acids for superior assimilation. Pleasant taste developed by our expert aromatician. USES • Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and cartilage. • Helps in the formation of conjunctive tissue. Relieves pain from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. • Reduces morning stiffness. • Increases range of movement. • Reduces the pain associated with the use of the affected articulations. • Reduction of swelling and sensitivity. • Improves gripping ability. • Increases the density and the lubricating effect of synovial liquid. This product provide 4.8 g proteins per dose. DOSAGE : Adults: 1 tablespoon (15 ml) per day. MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS : Per 15 ml: Hydrolyzed Collagen (3.0% L-Lysine), 5000 mg Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), 250 mg NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS : Purified water, citric acid, natural cherry flavour, stevia, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate. *Contains no dairy, wheat, gluten, yeast or corn. PRESERVATION : Keep refrigerate after opening. CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS : Consult a health care practitionner prior to use if you are following a low protein diet or if you suffer from kidney or liver problems. Consult a health care practitionner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. CONTRAINDICATIONS : None knowned DRUG INTERACTION : None knowned.