Collagen

=Generalities= This is a connective tissue protein made of mucopolysaccharides. Collagen is found in the skin, joint cartilage and bones.

=Properties= Very few scientific studies have been performed on this product and those carried out were not independent. -Helps reconstitute human cartilage

=Therapeutic Indications= -Arthrosis Less Reliable: -Kaposi's Syndrome

=Contraindications= None Known

=Precautions and Side Effects= Rare gastro-intestinal problems

=Sources= Cartilage: from shark or cattle

=Therapeutic Dose= Cartilage: 3g./day but up to 100g./day Type 2 Cartilage:0.02-10g./day Collagen Hydrolystate: 7-10g./day