Nature's Source to Healthy Joints
Derived from chicken sternum cartilage, UC-II® consists of undenatured (native) type II collagen, a revolutionary new dietary ingredient that promotes healthy joints and increases joint mobility and flexibility.* Supported by human clinical research, UC-II® is the only source of undenatured type II collagen available as a dietary ingredient (four U.S. patents and one European patent with other international patents pending).
What People are Saying About UC-II**
"UC-II offers a completely different approach based on a breakthrough involvement of the immune system response and inflammatory pathways in the joints that are subject to extensive wear and tear. On a personal note, I have been using UC-II for 8 weeks and have found it to make a profound difference in the amount of discomfort in my knee where I developed a secondary osteoarthritis following an old injury" — Leonid Ber, MD, Senior Medical Scientist, NOW Foods
"Sports have taken a huge toll on my knees. I've had ACL reconstructive surgery on both of them along with various arthroscopic surgeries. I had gotten used to the daily aches and pains of my knees. After using UC-II for 2 weeks my aches were gone. I was shocked. Now I've spent days pouring over the research studies on UC-II. I'm very impressed and recommending it to anyone with joint pain" — Tom Lunneborg, Spokane, WA
"I am a regular sports player and am involved in various sports particularly cricket. In May 2008, while playing cricket, I injured my right knee ACL and have been limping since then. I took UC-II and was amazed by its results within 10 days. I could feel the difference in my walking, I wasn't hobbling, I was able to pace with my dog. It was amazing that UC-II had an effect in such a short period of time! In fact, in just one month, with a knee support, I was back on the cricket field and was playing again." — Dilip Dutta, Fremont, CA
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Helpful Answers
Derived from chicken sternum cartilage, UC-II® consists of undenatured (native) type II collagen, a revolutionary new dietary ingredient that promotes healthy joints and increases joint mobility and flexibility (FDA-notified and published new dietary ingredient).* Supported by human clinical studies, UC-II® is the only source of undenatured type II collagen available as a powdered, shelf stable dietary ingredient (four U.S. patents and international patents pending). Just 40 mg of UC-II® has been shown to be more than twice as effective as glucosamine + chondroitin in a published peer-reviewed study.
UC-II® is single sourced and manufactured in the United States. UC-II® was determined GRAS in an intensive review of all safety and toxicology data by a panel of renowned United States scientific experts.
- Improves joint mobility and flexibility*
- Promotes healthy joints*
UC-II® promotes healthy joints by helping to prevent the breakdown of joint cartilage. UC-II® works with the immune system to deactivate collagen-specific T cells. The deactivation of collagen-specific T cells prevents the secretion of collagenase enzymes, which break down the collagen in the joint. Because the T cells are no longer attacking the joints, UC-II® can help the immune system maintain normal joint function and healthy collagen formation with lasting benefits.
UC-II®
is made from chicken sternum cartilage using a patented, low-temperature manufacturing process that ensures the biological activity of the undenatured type II collagen; activity that has been validated by a very specific and highly sensitive antibody analysis called an "ELISA" test. Other forms of type II collagen sold as dietary supplements are denatured, or hydrolyzed.
The recommended adult daily amount of UC-II® is 40 mg. (Note: UC-II® contains 25% undenatured type II collagen, thus 40 mg of UC-II® is required to provide 10 mg of undenatured type II collagen.) For additional information on dosing, follow manufacturer's recommended use printed on the label, and/or talk to your healthcare professional.
UC-II® is a nutritional ingredient available as a dietary supplement. It can be found at your local health food store; otherwise you can order directly from the manufacturer. Look for the UC-II® logo on the label to be sure you're getting genuine UC-II® undenatured type II collagen. Click to search for finished products that contain UC-II®: Search for Products
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease.
**Results may vary.