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What ingredients are in Flexamin®?
Each formula of Flex-a-min® includes some of the most popular ingredients for joint health on the market today.* You can refer to individual products for details about the dosages of the following ingredients:

  • Glucosamine HCl is the purest form of Glucosamine and is the ideal supplement for joint health.* It helps renew and revitalize cartilage and connective tissue and works to improve mobility and flexibility.*

  • Chondroitin Sulfate is a key structural component in cartilage and is one of the top ingredients found in popular joint products.

  • MSM is an organic source of sulfur that supplies a vital ingredient that nourishes joints and helps maintain health connective tissue.*

  • Hyaluronic Acid is naturally found in the body, and is the main component of joint fluid . It helps maintain the fluid between joints.* Hyaluronic Acid is also naturally found in all connective tissues of the body, including ligaments and tendons.*

  • To make each Flex-a-min® formula even more unique, we’ve added specialized combinations of beneficial vitamins, minerals, herbs and other joint components to further support your joint health and function:*


    • Complete blend in Flex-a-min® Complete
    • Flex-a-min Joint blend in Flex-a-min® Triple Strength
    • Bone Shield blend in Flex-a-min® Triple Strength with Bone Shield
    • Flex blend in Super Glucosamine.
See individual labels for details.

What is Glucosamine Hydrochloride?
Glucosamine Hydrochloride, or HCl, is the purest form of Glucosamine available. Glucosamine plays an important role in the formation of connective tissue.* Connective tissue is the "cement" that holds the skeleton together and is extremely important for joint maintenance.* Lab analysis indicates that Glucosamine Hydrochloride provides 1.4 times the amount of Glucosamine compared to Glucosamine Sulfate.

What is Chondroitin Sulfate?
Chondroitin sulfate is a glycosaminoglycan that has an essential role in the formation of joint cartilage.* It is one of the primary nutritional components in a well-balanced program for healthy joint support and maintenance.*

What is Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)?
MSM is a naturally-occurring factor and an organic source of sulfur, one of the major building blocks of glycosaminoglycans.* Glycosaminoglycans are key structural components in cartilage and have an important role in building many of the body's structures and components, including cartilage and joints.*

Why is joint support so important?
Each time we participate in a physical activity whether bending, stretching, or just sitting down the joints in our body are stressed to perform their duties. Physical activity and normal aging can affect cartilage health and lubrication in and around joints. The most common areas are the knees, hips, back, shoulders, hands, neck and wrists. Paying attention to your joints is the first step in helping to maintain healthy joints throughout your life. The addition of a comprehensive joint support formula and a daily nutritional plan is a proactive way to promote healthy, mobile joint function for health-conscious individuals of all ages and lifestyles.*

Who can benefit from taking Flex-A-Min®?
Health-conscious individuals of all ages and lifestyles will appreciate the positive effect these breakthrough formulas will have on their overall health and well-being.* From seniors to weekend athletes to anyone desiring extra support for joints including for knees and hips – everyone can benefit from Flex-A-Min's unique ingredients.*

How do I know if Flex-A-Min® is a high-quality product?
Flex-A-Min® is a carefully manufactured, synergistic dietary supplement formulated by the Arthritis Research Corporation, a division of NBTY, Inc., a leading manufacturer of more than 1,000 high quality dietary supplements. The ingredients are fully assayed for potency and purity. Strict quality control standards are met to assure you of the finest supplemental ingredients possible.

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These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.

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