{"id":6198,"date":"2023-02-06T15:53:04","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T15:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=6198"},"modified":"2024-10-04T15:53:11","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T15:53:11","slug":"best-joint-supplements-for-joint-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/best-joint-supplements-for-joint-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Joint Supplements for Comfort"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It was bound to happen. After spending your life playing sports, performing your job, or simply doing your daily chores, you experience \u201cwear and tear\u201d joint issues, the most common cause of <a aria-label=\"joint (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Joint-Supplements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">joint<\/a> issues. \u201cWear and tear\u201d rarely affects those under 40 and almost everyone over 75 has it in one form or another, so will dive right into providing some healthy insights on one of life&#8217;s most trusted bone connectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header0\">In This Healthy Insight:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is a Joint?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Main Cause of Joint Pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Surprising Natural Nutrient that Blocks Molecules Causing Discomfor<a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header8\">t<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional Herbs for Joint Support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vitamins for Joint Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minerals that Support Joints<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips for Maintaining Joint Health<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header1\"><strong>What is a Joint?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A joint is typically defined as a point where two bones connect. Most allow for movement, but some become fused.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"463\" height=\"500\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/joint-infographic-1.jpg\" alt=\"types of joints infographic, pivot joint, hinge joint, saddle joint, condyloid joint, ball and socket joint, plane joint.\" class=\"wp-image-6204\" style=\"width:463px;height:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/joint-infographic-1.jpg 463w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/joint-infographic-1-278x300.jpg 278w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 463px) 100vw, 463px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not all joints move. Skull joints don\u2019t. While the plates become connected as you grow, they\u2019re still considered joints.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Movable joints are called synovial joints and contain synovial fluid that allows them to move smoothly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tendons connect muscle to bone; ligaments connect one bone to another.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cartilage covers the bone surface and keeps bones from rubbing against each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ball and socket joints, such as hip and shoulder joints, are the most flexible because they enable movement in many different directions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hinge joints allow movement like a hinged door. Knees and elbows are hinge joints.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The knee is the biggest joint connecting three bones: thigh, kneecap and shin. It\u2019s also the most likely to be injured.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joints are built to be sturdy. Each year the average person takes millions of steps, so joints can hold up under constant use, but they\u2019re not indestructible. Joint issues are extremely common.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\"><strong>Main Cause of Joint Pain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It was bound to happen. After spending your life playing sports, performing your job, or simply doing your daily chores, you experience \u201cwear and tear\u201d joint issues, the most common cause of joint issues. \u201cWear and tear\u201d rarely affects those under 40 and almost everyone over 75 has it in one form or another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cushion (think carpet padding) wears out and bone rubs against bone. This leads to discomfort and stiffness, usually in the larger weight-bearing joints like hips and knees, but it can occur in other joints as well. Extra <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/best-weight-loss-supplements\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"weight (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">weight<\/a> can exacerbate the problem. But there\u2019s no need to resign yourself to the recliner when there are things you can do to keep you comfortable and active.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/herbs-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"herbs for joints\" class=\"wp-image-8278\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/herbs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/herbs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/herbs-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/herbs.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header8\">A Surprising Natural Nutrient that Blocks Molecules Causing Discomfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Current mainstream solutions for joint issues involve anti-inflammatories, steroids and COX-2 inhibitors with the goal of reducing inflammation and thwarting additional progression of joint problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aim of <a aria-label=\"Fast Acting Joint Comfort (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Joint-Supplements\/Fast-Acting-Joint-Comfort-with-Natural-Eggshell-Membrane-60-capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Fast Acting Joint Comfort<\/a> is the same, but through the use of natural ingredients, most notably natural eggshell membrane (NEM<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>), a safe, well-studied option for comfort and stiffness, especially for the knee joint. Preliminary evidence from an in vitro study of NEM suggests that the mechanism of action may be based on the reduction of pro-inflammatory cytokines, in effect, blocking interactions of certain molecules responsible for joint discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eggshell membrane is mainly comprised of fibrous proteins like collagen Type I, but it also contains glycosaminoglycans including dermatan sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, glycoproteins and more that are essential for maintaining healthy cartilage and the surrounding synovium.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several studies show that when taking NEM daily there was a significant reduction in pain rapidly \u2013 within 7 days and continuously \u2013 for 30 days.&nbsp;In one particular study of 67 patients, supplementation with 500 mg. of NEM taken once daily, significantly reduced joint pain and stiffness compared to a placebo at 10, 30 and 60 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\"><strong><a aria-label=\"Traditional Herbs for Joint Support (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/top-10-herbs-for-body-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Traditional Herbs for Joint Support<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While research is limited, traditional herbs for joint support include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Antioxidants\/Cats-Claw-400-mg-60-capsules.axd\">Cat\u2019s claw<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Digestive-Health\/Ginger-Root-Capsules-550-mg-30-capsules.axd\">Ginger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"Green tea\u2028 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Herbs\/Green-Tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green tea<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thunder god vine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Herbs\/Turmeric\/\">Turmeric<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"Willow bark (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/herbs\/willow-bark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Willow bark<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header4\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/13-essential-vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Vitamins for Joint Health (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamins for Joint Health<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamins D and C can benefit joint health so make sure you\u2019re getting enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/vitamin-d\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin D<\/a> and Joint Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium to build and maintain strong bones. Vitamin D is also important for muscle and nerve health. Insufficient amounts of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vitamins\/D-Vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Vitamin D (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin D<\/a> reduce calcium levels, weaken bones, and affect your immune system. Certain medications can further deplete Vitamin D, making supplementation important. Be sure to discuss with your doctor about what\u2019s right for you. &nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vitamin C and Joint Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Known as a powerful antioxidant to keep your immune system strong, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vitamins\/C-Vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Vitamin C (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin C<\/a> also assists collagen, a main protein in joint tissue and bone. It may also help protect against further development of joint issues and encourage joint comfort overall.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/running-couple-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"running couple\" class=\"wp-image-8279\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/running-couple-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/running-couple-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/running-couple-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/running-couple.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/15-essential-minerals-for-body\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Minerals (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Minerals<\/a> that Support Joints<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Bone-Health-Calcium\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Calcium (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Calcium<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the classic bone mineral that keeps them strong and healthy. Did you know that adequate calcium throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis? It\u2019s true! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Bone-Health-Calcium\/Ultra-Calcium-Complex-60-capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Calcium (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Calcium<\/a> also helps to balance pH so your bones do not become too acidic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/what-is-magnesium-good-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Magnesium (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Magnesium<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This important trace mineral promotes muscle and bone strength. Unfortunately, many Americans don\u2019t get enough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Mens-Health\/Super-Boron-Complex-3-mg-90-capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"magnesium (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">magnesium<\/a> from their diet since it is not present in many foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Mens-Health\/Super-Boron-Complex-3-mg-90-capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Boron (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Boron<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Boron is thought to play an important role in the metabolism of calcium and magnesium, two other minerals vital for bone and joint health. This often-overlooked mineral can be found in apples, grapes, and peanut butter but can still be difficult for your body to absorb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header6\"><strong>Tips for Maintaining Joint Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lose weight.<\/strong> Even if you lose just a few pounds, it\u2019ll improve the way your joints feel. In fact, if you are only 10 pounds <a aria-label=\"overweight (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/weight-loss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">overweight<\/a>, it increases the force on the knee by 30-60 pounds\u2026with every step!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exercise regularly<\/strong>. When joints hurt, people have a tendency to avoid moving around, so their muscles get weak. This, in turn, creates stiff muscles (called contractures), making it even more difficult to move. It becomes a cycle that\u2019s hard to overcome. <a aria-label=\"Walking (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/why-walking-is-better-than-the-gym\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walking<\/a>, swimming, stretching, dancing and yoga are all great ways keep moving without further straining your joints. Just be sure to allow for short rest periods in between your exercises.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try physical therapy<\/strong>. A professional therapist can help you strengthen the muscles around the joints for increased mobility and comfort. They\u2019ll teach you simple, at-home exercises to help with your daily activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply heat<\/strong>. Using heat from warm baths, a heating pad or hot towels may alleviate the pain and stiffness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use topical treatments.<\/strong> Topical rubs containing menthol, MSM, and glucosamine are effective at relieving joint pain.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat foods high in <a aria-label=\"antioxidants (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Antioxidants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">antioxidants<\/a>.<\/strong> The American diet is full of processed foods, refined sugars, white flour, salt, and a host of preservatives and chemicals, making it difficult, if not impossible to get the nutrients we need from food alone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try supplements<\/strong>. When used regularly, many people find nutritional supplements provide effective, long-term support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Despite what you may have heard, you can stay active and stay independent\u2026for life. Get started with your joint health plan today. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food &amp; Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Individual results may vary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Joint-Supplements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"570\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/joint-cta.jpg\" alt=\"Browse Joint Health\" class=\"wp-image-8276\" style=\"width:160px;height:285px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/joint-cta.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/joint-cta-168x300.jpg 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 160px) 100vw, 160px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It was bound to happen. After spending your life playing sports, performing your job, or simply doing your daily chores, you experience \u201cwear and tear\u201d joint issues, the most common cause of joint issues. \u201cWear and tear\u201d rarely affects those under 40 and almost everyone over 75 has it in one form or another, so [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":8277,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[20],"class_list":["post-6198","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health-and-wellness","tag-joint"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6198"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6198"}],"version-history":[{"count":19,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6198\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9591,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6198\/revisions\/9591"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8277"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6198"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6198"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6198"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}