Happy Joints is suitable for use as a dietary supplement by everyone.  It is especially designed for those who are experiencing aches and pains as well as for those who are seeking to have healthy cartilage.  Glucosamine and chondroitin are nutritional supplements commonly used by those suffering osteoarthritis.  Happy Joints is unique in combining these two popular ingredients with rose hip extract. In general, possible benefits of Happy Joints include its ability to alleviate joint pain and improve our overall wellbeing.

In order to keep joints healthy, damaged cartilage is constantly removed and replaced by new cartilage.  This balance is a key for healthy joints.  As people age, their bodies progressively lose the ability to synthesize glycosaminoglycans, a major component of joint cartilage.  Stress or disease can also cause deconstructive enzymes to attack healthy cartilage or to compete against new cartilage synthesis.  To maintain healthy joints, it is necessary to incorporate nutritional sources into our diets as well as to exercise frequently. 

The combination of glucosamine and chondroitin is commonly used as the treatment for osteoarthritis (OA).  OA is the deterioration of joint cartilage, leading to pain, swelling, and loss of movement.  Glucosamine has anti-inflammatory activity, the ability to stimulate the synthesis of proteoglycans, and the ability to decrease the catabolic activity of chondrocytes.  Chondroitin is an important component during cartilage synthesis and is a bio-regulator in maintaining balance in the joints by neutralizing the deconstructive enzymes produced by the body.  Together with rose hip extract, these components of Happy Joints are suggested to provide relief for those who are suffering from OA.

Happy Joints is safe for child consumption.  It helps promoting glycosaminoglycans syntheses, the major component of joint cartilage.  Regular intake of Happy Joints together with frequent exercise may result in the building of healthier joints. 

Happy Joints' glucosamine is derived from the exoskeletons of crustaceans (shrimp, crab and shellfish) and its chondroitin is derived from sources such as bovine and porcine cartilaginous tissue.  Happy Joints is not suitable for vegetarians.

Yes, Happy Joints does not contain any added chemicals, preservatives, binders, flavors, salts or sugars.

Since Happy Joints is derived from crustacean exoskeletons, those with shellfish allergy should use with caution due to the possibility of allergic reaction.  Pregnant women should also be cautious when consuming the product.  Aside from the above precautions, no serious side effects have been reported.

Happy Joints consists of three ingredients: glucosamine, chondroitin, and rose hip extract.  Glucosamine may increase insulin resistance and consequently affect glucose tolerance.  Diabetics will need to monitor their blood glucose and adjust the doses of their medications if they use glucosamine supplements.  Chondroitin should not be used with chitosan because they may form complexes resulting in a decrease in absorption.  There are no other drugs, nutrients, foods or herbs that exhibited interactions with these constituents of Happy Joints. 

No, Happy Joints has no interaction with other nutritional supplements other than chitosan (see above).

Even though most past studies have been conducted on the use of glucosamine sulfate (due to historical supply reasons) and chondroitin, recent studies have shown that glucosamine HCl is equally active. A recent review article has stated that "a higher dosage of the sulfate salt rather than the HCl salt is required to provide a 1500mg dose of glucosamine".  Pure glucosamine HCl is typically about 83% glucosamine base while the sulfate form is typically around 65% glucosamine base.  Ultimately, the choice between the two forms should be determined by purity and economics.