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Ortho Fast Facts!
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In November 2005 the National Institutes of Health completed the Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Trial (GAIT) which showed glucosamine plus chondroitin (79.2%) relieved moderate to severe pain of osteoarthritis over celecoxib (69.4%).
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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID’s) cause about 107,000 hospitalizations and 16,500 deaths each year. Significant cartilage loss after one year of use is another deleterious side effect.
Cannon et al., Arth Rheum (2002)
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Glucosamine and chondroitin reduce inflammation and aid in the healing of hyaline cartilage injuries, which are common even in younger athletes.
Reginster, et. al. (2001), Cabot, W. (2002), Orthopedics Today
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Vitamin E supplementation has been shown to reduce muscle soreness following workouts even in well-conditioned individuals.
Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter (May 2002)
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European studies on Avocado/Soy Unsuponifiable have shown that the supplement stimulates new cartilage tissue while inhibiting the breakdown of existing cartilage.
Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology (2001), Arthritis and Rheumatism (2002)
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Nutriex ingredients that can help optimize athletic performance: vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, glucosamine, chondroiton, omega 3's (flaxseed oil), alpha lipoic acid and plant-based antioxidants
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