UC-II® Undenatured Type II Collagen Supplement for Joint Support*

Type II collagen, a triple helical molecule, is the main structural protein in cartilage, where it may contribute to its strength and resilience.* UC-II® is an undenatured form of type II collagen derived from chicken cartilage, which means its native triple helix structure is preserved.

What Are the Potential Benefits of UC-II® Undenatured Type II Collagen?*

UC-II® has been studied in healthy adults at the same daily amount provided by this supplement (40 mg). In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, healthy volunteers who took UC-II® every day for 120 days showed greater knee extension than the placebo group.*

UC-II® may therefore help:*

• Support joint flexibility.* Knee extension, which measures how far the knee can straighten, appeared to improve compared with placebo in already healthy adults.*
• Work with the body's natural processes.* Taken orally in small amounts, UC-II® is thought to interact with immune cells in the small intestine, a process known as oral tolerance, which may help support already healthy joints.*

How Is UC-II® Different from Other Collagen Supplements?

Most collagen found in supplements is hydrolyzed, meaning it has been broken down into smaller peptides. UC-II® is undenatured: the native structure of type II collagen is preserved. It is taken in a small daily amount, just one capsule per day.

To complement your joint care routine, SuperSmart also offers L-Proline, an amino acid which might play a role in the body's natural production of collagen.* You may also be interested in our Palmitoleic Acid supplement, an omega-7 fatty acid.

If you are following conventional approaches, do not hesitate to speak with your healthcare professional, who can review your history and any possible interactions.

As with any nutritional supplement, you should always consult a healthcare professional before use.