ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
PER SCOOP*:
*1 scoop = 1 tablespoon = 10 grams (scoop included)
Glucosamine Sulfate (shrimp and crab) 900 mg
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) 750 mg
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids 749 mg
Proprietary Blend of Bee Pollen, Spirulina 445 mg
Green Lipped Mussel (Perna canaliculus) 400 mg
Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids 214 mg
Calcium Ascorbate 100 mg
Proprietary Enzyme Blend (Amylase, Bromelain, Cellulase, Hemicellulase, Lipase, Papain, Protease) 53 mg
Proprietary Probiotic Blend (Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus) 1.25 billion CFU/g
Fructooligosaccharide 30 mg
INGREDIENTS:
Glucosamine Sulfate (shrimp and crab)
A natural building block of cartilage. It influences the production of hyaluronic acid, a main constituent of synovial fluid that lubricates joints and allows bones to move smoothly past one another. In healthy pets, the body is able to synthesize a sufficient amount of its own glucosamine to keep the existing cartilage healthy, but when an animal ages or there is damage to the joint cartilage, the body may not be able to produce enough to keep up with the body’s increased needs.
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane)
A rich source or sulfur, which is required for most body functions. Sulfur is the fourth most abundant nutrient in the body and is stored in nearly every single cell with the highest concentrations being found in the skin, hair, nails, cartilage, and joints. The sulfur found in MSM is functionally and structurally important to 150 compounds within the body, including tissues, antibodies, enzymes, and hormones. Because mineral depletion of the soil is an on-going concern, dietary sources such as meat, eggs, and fish may not be adequate for maintenance levels and certainly are not adequate for therapeutic levels.
Proprietary Blend of Organic Bee Pollen, Organic Spirulina
Referred to as “nature’s miracle”, bee pollen consists of 35% protein, which is almost entirely usable by the body without any added breakdown or metabolism needed. It combines 22 amino acids, B-complex and folic acid, vitamin C, polyunsaturated fatty acids, enzymes, and carotene, which are all of the major antioxidants so far discovered. Bee pollen also contains a number of vital trace elements that the body cannot manufacture on its own. These include iron, zinc, manganese, copper, calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
Spirulina is a completely all-natural, highly nutritious microscopic salt-water plant containing over 100 nutrients. It has the most remarkable concentration of nutrients known in any food, plant, grain, or herb and is the largest protein food source with over 60% all-digestible vegetable protein (3-4 times higher than pork, beef, or fish). Spirulina also contains the highest concentration of beta-carotene, vitamin B-12, iron, and trace minerals, and the rare essential fatty acid, GLA.
Green Lipped Mussel (P. canaliculus)
Rich in glucosamine, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), and hyaluronic acid. This combination provides natural forms of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, EFAs, and antioxidants
Calcium Ascorbate (Vitamin C)
Ester-C® is a patented form of Vitamin C that is “body-ready” and found to be four times more readily available to body tissue than basic Vitamin C. There is an increased demand for Ester C® during times of stress such as heavy exercise or injury. Being an important constituent of connective tissue, Ester C® also serves as a chondroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and immune responsive substance. Ester-C® is very easy on the stomach lining.
Proprietary Enzyme Blend
Containing Lipase to help break down fats, Protease to help breakdown peptide bonds found in proteins, Amylase to help break down sugar and starches, Hemicellulose to help break down plant material, Cellulase to help break down cellulose in glucose fibers to provide energy, Bromelain to help break down proteins found in amino acids, and Papain to help break down peptide bonds found in proteins into amino acids.
Proprietary Probiotic Blend
Bifidobacterium longum: one of the most significant forms of “friendly bacteria”, Bifidobacterium longum is needed for maintaining a healthy and balanced intestinal tract. It inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria and also boosts the immune system by producing lactic acid in the intestines.
Lactobacillus acidophilus: Lactobacillus acidophilus is one of the best-known friendly bacteria and is needed for maintaining a healthy and balanced intestinal microflora. It produces lactic acid in the intestines, which suppresses harmful microbes and aids in preventing yeast overgrowth by increasing acidity. A pro-biotic bacterium, it also boosts immune function, increases an animal’s resistance to infection, enhances the digestion of lactose and aids in the production of vitamins and enzymes.
Fructooligosaccharide
A prebiotic that helps stimulate the production of friendly bacteria in the GI track. Fructooligosaccharide also aids in the production of essential nutrients and absorption of calcium in the body.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Fish Protein Powder
Produced from white fish native to pristine New Zealand waters. Fish protein powder is a highly absorbable source of predigested protein offering supreme palatability and a full spectrum of amino acids for proper growth, development, and maintenance. Fish protein provides 90% protein while eliminating concerns of beef contaminants or BSE when using beef liver.
Organic Sunflower Lecithin
Lecithin is a key building block of all cell membranes, affecting its structure and integrity. Without lecithin, cell membranes would become hard and rigid. As such, lecithin protects cells from the destructive effects of oxidation. As a component of bile, lecithin also keeps fats emulsified, thereby keeping fats in the body properly balanced and maintained. Lecithin also promotes cell communication for proper cell and organ functioning.
Organic Flaxseed
A rich source of essential fatty acids, Omega-3 & Omega-6. Flaxseed promotes normal cell functioning and the production of hormone-like substances necessary for energy metabolism, cardiovascular, and immune health.
Organic Kelp
Kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum) offers the broadest range of minerals of any food. Kelp is an excellent source of iodine and vitamin K, a very good source of B-vitamins, magnesium, iron, calcium, pantothenic acid, and a good source of lignans.
