With all the wealth of information available regarding joint supplements, we decided it was time to write an in-depth analysis of what you want to look out for when buying a joint product.
Countless manufacturers have been crawling out of the woodwork to create their ‘version’ of a good joint supplement, each with wild claims as to the actual benefits. As each new company bursts into the market with their own ‘proprietary formula’, it becomes harder and harder to separate fact from fiction, premium product from worthless imitation.
We decided it was time to analyze them ourselves to find out which products were subpar, which were flat-out lying about what was even in their pills, and which, if any, might actually be worth a try.
As we rounded up all of the big brands in the industry, we could see straight off the bat which companies were only there to make a quick buck.
It’s hard to believe, but most companies slap on a label that says ‘joint supplement’, often without even mentioning how much of each ingredient is in the formula or without actually including the amount they claim.
With hundreds of manufacturers out there, we wanted to figure out what to look for and how to overcome our concerns regarding supplements for joint health. We started the process by making a list of the main concerns we have over buying a joint support product.
So, how can you identify the legitimate products through all the smoke? There are a few key factors to look at.
Your time and money is valuable and we don’t want you to waste either. So, we did research on many of the joint products available.
We studied each product to determine which consistently had not only the right ingredients, but also the right proportions. We disqualified the ones with unnecessary, synthetic fillers and those whose contents differed drastically from pill to pill.
But we didn’t stop there. After all, numbers and percentages are only part of the story. We went on to seek out real customers who had used the products we tested. We asked them for testimonials and compared them with our notes, and then compiled this information to give you a list of recommended products.
A joint supplement should provide key ingredients that have been studied. Glucosamine Sulfate, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), and Chondroitin have been studied in relation to joint health, as have White Willow, Ginger, Turmeric. and Boswelia. Piperine (black pepper extract) is a bioavailability enhancer also included in some products.
Some of the companies included these ingredients, but had a low dosage, using much less than what is used in clinical studies. Other companies filled their products with cheap additives and other synthetic ingredients. Many avoided quality control testing.
The brands we did pick, we stand by. Check them out!
We are excited about our recommended pick and we think you’ll be too. This company has third party monitoring and testing as well as a money-back guarantee for an entire year.
If you want to try a vegan-friendly joint support supplement, then Research Verified is a great option.
This product is formulated with 1300 mg of Glucosamine Sulfate per daily serving, along with MSM and Chondroitin which is vegan-sourced. It also includes ingredients such as Ginger and Turmeric together with White Willow and Boswellia. To top it off, this formula includes BioPerine®, a thermogenic enhancer intended to improve the abosrption of the active ingredients.
This product is made in a facility that is GMP certified.
They have several third-party monitoring services, including buySAFE, Norton, and Trustee, as well as an A+ rating from the quality monitoring company QualityTrusted.
All purchases of Research Verified Joint Relief are backed by a 365-day Risk-Free Money-Back Guarantee.
So, if you’re looking for a vegan joint product containing the above ingredients and a 365-day money-back guarantee, we'd recommend this product.
The only issue with Research Verified is that due to demand they are often sold out. To avoid having to put yourself on a waiting list, order while the product is in stock.
Our second choice is Arthrozene by Fisico. This product contains Boswellia extract, Hyaluronic Acid, and Collagen Type II. We appreciate the clinical studies provided by the manufacturer as validation for these choices. It is important to note that this product is not vegan-friendly and does not have third-party testing for purity.
More importantly, it does not have third party testing for purity. Without this crucial quality-control mechanism, standards cannot be guaranteed. It does offer a money-back guarantee.
Our own tests showed that it was a good product, but we all know that supplements don’t always work the same way for everyone and the missing key ingredients may lead consumers to complement this supplement with other products. Even though Arthrozene seems to have a very good formula, it doesn't contain the best. For these reasons, we had to knock it down to the #2 spot. That said, if you don’t mind consuming chicken comb extract and the lack of quality-control, this product might be suitable for you.
The product we chose as our third choice is Relief Factor by Promedev. This product contains ingredients such as Turmeric, Omega-3, and Resveratrol. However, it doesn't include Glucosamine, Chondroitin, and MSM. Buying this product automatically adds you to an auto-ship program where you will be billed monthly for the product. Continue reading for more information.
Furthermore, it has no third party testing which ensures proper quality control and they did not offer a money-back guarantee, if consumers were unsatisfied with the product.
Since the company itself has a good track record, and most consumers we spoke to were pretty satisfied with it, we still consider this to be a solid product. Just remember that it has a few slight disadvantages.
It is missing some key ingredients and contains gelatin, which is unsuitable for some consumers. Also, it has no third party testing and does not offer a money-back guarantee. Nevertheless, if you are willing to take a chance, this product could work for you.
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