Advanced UC-II Collagen Type II: Joint Mobility, Comfort and Flexibility, Cartilage Support and Joint Lubrication – Advanced Complex with UC-II®, Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Minerals for Osteoarticular Health

Advanced UC-II Collagen Type II, NOW Foods is a premium dietary supplement designed to support joint and bone health through a synergistic formula that combines undenatured type II collagen UC-II® (from standardized chicken cartilage), hyaluronic acid, vitamin D3, calcium from Aquamin®, a marine mineral complex (Aquamin®), boron (Albion™) and essential nutrients for connective tissue metabolism. The formula provides: Vitamin D-3 25 mcg (1,000 IU), Calcium 15 mg (from Aquamin®), UC-II® 40 mg (providing 10 mg total collagen, including undenatured type II collagen), Aquamin® 50 mg (minerals derived from marine algae – Lithothamnium spp.), Hyaluronic Acid 25 mg and Boron 3 mg (from bororganic glycine – Albion™).

Joints are complex structures that allow smooth and stable body movement, being formed of cartilage, synovial fluid, ligaments, tendons and subchondral bone. Over time, through mechanical wear, intense activity, sedentary lifestyle, excess weight or low-intensity inflammatory processes, cartilage may lose elasticity, synovial fluid may reduce its viscosity, and joint comfort may decrease. Advanced UC-II is designed to act in several directions: cartilage support (type II collagen), lubrication and cushioning (hyaluronic acid), bone structural support (vitamin D3, calcium and minerals) and optimization of mineral metabolism (boron), for long-term mobility, flexibility and stability.

Detailed Benefits of Advanced UC-II Collagen Type II (NOW Foods)

• Supporting joint comfort and daily mobility

Joint comfort is essential for daily activities: climbing stairs, walking, lifting weights, sports or even prolonged sitting. A joint-oriented formula aims not only to "calm" discomfort, but also to support the tissues that allow fluid movement. UC-II® is a reference ingredient in joint support because it provides undenatured type II collagen, a key component of articular cartilage.

The complex can contribute to:
• Maintaining comfort in stressed joints (knees, hips, spine)
• Supporting mobility and freedom of movement
• Reducing the sensation of stiffness that appears after rest or effort

Benefits may include:
✅ Easier and safer movement in daily activities
✅ Supporting effort capacity and functional resistance
✅ Increased comfort for active people or those with sensitive joints

This support is important both in prevention and during periods of joint overload.

• Protection and support of articular cartilage through undenatured type II collagen (UC-II®)

Articular cartilage is a specialized tissue that cushions shocks and allows articular surfaces to glide without friction. Type II collagen is the main protein "skeleton" of cartilage, giving it strength and elasticity. As we age or under mechanical stress, cartilage component synthesis decreases, and degradation can accelerate.

UC-II® can support:
• Maintaining cartilage integrity and its elasticity
• Supporting the cartilaginous matrix through type II collagen supply
• Protecting articular connective tissue against daily wear

Results may include:
✅ More "elastic" and less rigid joints
✅ Supporting joint function in repetitive activities (walking, running, gym)
✅ Structural protection for cartilage, essential long-term

Through this action, the formula targets the structural cause of discomfort, not just the immediate sensation.

• Joint lubrication and cushioning through hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of synovial fluid, the "lubricant" of joints. It provides viscosity and cushioning capacity, reducing friction and supporting normal gliding of articular surfaces. With age and oxidative stress, hyaluronic acid levels can decrease, which can contribute to stiffness and discomfort.

Hyaluronic acid can contribute to:
• Supporting synovial fluid viscosity and joint lubrication
• Reducing friction between moving articular surfaces
• Maintaining comfort in overstressed joints

Benefits may include:
✅ More fluid movement and sensation of joint "lubrication"
✅ Increased comfort during flexion/extension and effort
✅ Supporting natural cushioning, useful in sports and physical activity

This effect perfectly complements the structural support offered by type II collagen.

• Supporting bone health and joint stability through vitamin D3 and calcium from Aquamin®

Bones form the mechanical base of joints. Joint stability and alignment depend on bone density and strength, especially at the subchondral bone level. Vitamin D3 contributes to calcium absorption and utilization, and calcium is the essential structural mineral for bone strength. Aquamin® provides calcium and minerals from marine algae, in a natural matrix associated with good bioavailability.

Vitamin D3 and calcium can support:
• Maintaining bone density and structural strength
• Supporting muscle function and coordination (through vitamin D's role)
• Joint stability through a healthy bone base

Benefits may include:
✅ Supporting joints by strengthening the "resistance structure"
✅ Better resistance to mechanical stress and impact
✅ Support for active people, but also for those pursuing bone prevention

This component is essential for a comprehensive approach to osteoarticular health.

• Aquamin® marine minerals for mineral balance and complex osteoarticular support

Aquamin® is a mineral complex derived from marine algae (Lithothamnium spp.), which provides, in addition to calcium, trace elements that participate in bone metabolism and enzymatic function. Bones and connective tissues do not rely exclusively on calcium; they need a broader mineral balance for structure and regeneration.

Aquamin® can contribute to:
• Supporting the mineral balance involved in bone health
• Supporting enzymatic function and connective tissue metabolism
• Maintaining structural resilience over time

Benefits may include:
✅ More complete support for bones and joints, beyond simple calcium
✅ Better resilience against daily wear
✅ Supporting the body during periods with fluctuating mineral intake

This mineral complex completes the formula with a solid structural base.

• Boron (Albion™) for mineral metabolism and joint health

Boron is a trace element involved in mineral metabolism, vitamin D utilization and maintaining bone health. It is also associated with optimal functioning of enzymes involved in connective tissue and with support for joint comfort, especially in contexts of chronic stress.

Boron can support:
• Efficient utilization of minerals in the body and metabolic balance
• Maintaining bone health through its role in vitamin D metabolism
• Supporting connective tissue and joint comfort

Benefits may include:
✅ Better stability and long-term structural support
✅ Optimizing the synergy between vitamin D3 and calcium
✅ Complete support for the osteoarticular system within an advanced formula

Advanced UC-II Collagen Type II, NOW Foods thus brings together essential components for joints and bones in a multidirectional complex: cartilage support (UC-II®), lubrication and cushioning (hyaluronic acid), bone strength (vitamin D3 and calcium), advanced mineral balance (Aquamin®) and optimization of mineral metabolism (boron), contributing to mobility, flexibility and joint comfort in a natural and integrated way.

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