Shark Cartilage (120 Vcaps)

Medicinal Ingredient (per capsule)

Shark Cartilage(Wild caught) … 750mg

15% Calcium … 112.5 mg

8% Phosphors … 60mg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients

Magnesium stearate, Hypromellose(Capsule shell)

Recommended Dose

Adults: 1 Capsule 2 times per day.

Drink with water. Fruit juice may reduce the absorption of shark cartilage.

Cautions and Warnings

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have diabetes.

Contra-indications

Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur, in which case discontinue use.

If you are allergic to shark cartilage, glucosamine, chondroitin or fish products, do not use.

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have recently had a heart attack, surgery or a major accident.

Do not use if you have hypercalcemia.

If you experience taste disturbances, nausea, dyspepsia and constipation, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner.

This product contains fish. If you have a fish allergy, do not use this product.

What is Shark Cartilage?

Shark cartilage is collected from the elastic and tough tissue taken from sharks caught in the Pacific Ocean. Before the extraction, the cartilage is dried and grounded into a powder. Most supplemental forms are collected from sources in the food industry.

Benefits of Shark Cartilage

To date most of the research has been focused around shark cartilage’s impact on arthritis. Particularly when coupled with camphor, chondroitin sulfate, and glucosamine sulfate, shark cartilage appears to relieve arthritic symptoms. Thus promoting healthy joint function, in addition to providing building blocks to nourish the connective tissue. Since the shark cartilage naturally contains chondroitin, this helps maintain the structures that facilitate healthy joints. Chondroitin is also a “raw material” nutrient for cartilage, connective tissues and lubricating factors within the joints. This supports the cartilage to stay hydrated and maintain the “shock absorber” function that it provides for optimum joint health. Other uses that have a bit less research in humans have included: psoriasis, age-related vision loss, wound healing, diabetes-related retinal impairment, intestine inflammation, and other conditions.

Q: When Should I Use This Product?

A: Individuals with arthritis may consider supplementing with shark cartilage. Damage to the joint cartilage and the subsequent pain associated with it, is thought to be managed by shark cartilage dosages. Shark cartilage also assists in restoring lost fluid and cartilage between joints for enabling easier operation of the extremities and limbs. Over time, incapacitating symptoms, like joint pains, are lessened. If you’ve had a recent heart attack or surgery, you may want to be careful with using shark cartilage. Additionally, if you have hyercalcemia, shark cartilage wouldn’t be advised because of naturally occurring calcium.


Q: Who Can Benefit?

A: For most people the use of shark cartilage is generally considered to be safe. However, those with an allergy to fish products, glucosamine, or chondroitin, shark cartilage would likely not be a good choice. People with arthritis may get relief from regular shark cartilage intake.