{"product_id":"vitabiotics-osteocare-glucosamine-and-chondroitin-60-tablets-n","title":"Vitabiotics Osteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin - 60 Tablets (N)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVitabiotics Osteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin - 60 Tablets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIf you’re striving for all-round bone and cartilage health, Vitabiotics  Osteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin 60 tablets gives you one comprehensive formula to safeguard your diet.\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSupport based on 30 years of research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncludes 1000 IU vitamin D plus vitamin C which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUK’s No.1 calcium supplement brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOsteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany people who take a bone health formula are also interested in maintaining the health of their cartilage and connective tissues. Osteocare Glucosamine \u0026amp; Chondroitin has been designed so there is no need for separate products. The advanced formula provides great value by combining bone and cartilage health nutrients in one comprehensive formula.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBone health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOsteocare is the UK's No.1 calcium formula and has been scientifically developed on the basis of the very latest research to provide a rich source of calcium, magnesium and zinc which contribute to the maintenance of normal bones plus vitamin D which helps with the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium by the body.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOsteocare Glucosamine \u0026amp; Chondroitin contains the preferred D3 form of vitamin D. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin on exposure to sunlight. D3 is the preferred form of vitamin D because it is the specific form made in the human body and therefore more effective than D2 which is found in some supplements.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCartilage health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCartilage is the flexible connective tissue found between bones. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones and cartilage. Osteocare Glucosamine also provides copper which contributes to the maintenance of normal connective tissues, plus Glucosamine, Chondroitin and Ginger Root extract.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalcium is important for everyone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnsuring an adequate intake of calcium is vital for men and women of all ages, as evidence suggests that healthy practices early in life, including the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements, contribute to normal bone health and optimal bone mineralisation. Peak bone mass, obtained during childhood and adolescent growth is known to be of major importance in maintaining bones later in life. The UK Department of Health recommends that everyone should consider taking a daily supplement containing of vitamin D, particularly during autumn and winter. (Source: NHS Choices).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalcium is vital for older women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePostmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Dietary calcium intake may decrease with age\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- The rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave difficulty swallowing tablets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGetting enough calcium is especially important for men and women over 50, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and during and after the menopause. 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