Speaking Of Joints

Besides lowering your risk of bone fractures, Vitamin D may also reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis. A recent study found that women who took more than 200 IUs a day of Vitamin D had a 33% lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis.

If you take a supplement, make sure it has around 400 IUs of Vitamin D.

A New Way To Build Your Joints

There's a new nutritional component for protecting your joints that comes from avocado and soybeans. It's been used in Europe for nearly a decade and is called FASU. In studies it's been shown to help improve joint mobility, stimulate collagen synthesis which is critical in building cartilage and strengthening connective tissue. It also promotes greater joint lubrication and helps ease joint discomfort.

The only place I am currently aware of that has it in a formulation is through www.drwhitaker.com where it's in a supplement called Joint Essentials.