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What is
hyaluronic acid (HA) and what is its function?
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally
occurring compound found in the joints and connective tissue of all
mammals. HA acts as the lubricant for joints--kind of like liquid
ball bearings.
Hyaluronic acid has been
injected directly into the knee joints of humans and horses for many
years, yielding excellent benefits.
Why does my pet
need a hyaluronic acid product?
Hyaluronic acid is naturally
produced by the body as a constituent of synovial fluid that lubricates the
cartilage between the joints. As your pet ages, their body produces less and
less HA and it becomes more and more difficult to replenish it and the
cartilage and other structures of the joint begin to break down. Joints
become less flexible and movement is limited. HA supplements pick up where their
bodies fail them.
What does HA do for my pet's
joints?
The HA in HyaFlex™ acts to help
improve joint movement and cushioning. If we compare the joints of
your pet's body to and automobile engine, the joint fluid in their body
mimics the oil in a car engine. At regular intervals we replace
the oil in our car engines because the heat and friction breakdown the
oils viscosity. The oil becomes thinner and less able to protect
the metal surfaces from excessive wear. HyaFlex™ acts the same
way in our joints. As your pet ages, the viscosity of their joint
fluid breaks down and becomes thin and is unable to cushion the joint
cartilage. This leads to increased friction and wear on the
cartilage surfaces of their joints. Taking HyaFlex™ helps maintain
the normal viscosity of joint fluid.
What if my pet doesn’t
have joint issues?
If you are not currently
experiencing joint issues then HyaFlex™ may be used to provide
benefits in the long run. Just as we change the oil in our car to
help stop problems, taking HyaFlex™ may help your pets by maintaining
proper joint fluid viscosity. Also, hyaluronic acid production
slows down considerably as pets age, which accounts in part for the
wrinkling of the skin, and the joint issues, so it makes good sense to
compensate with HA.
How do I give HyaFlex™ to my
pet?
Just add the specified amount (shown on the
back of the box) of HyaFlex™ to your pet's feed once daily. HyaFlex™ is odorless and tasteless so your pet won’t even notice it.
Each bottle of HyaFlex™ contains a 30-60 day supply depending on the
weight of the animal.
Where does
the Hyaluronic Acid in Hya-Flex come from?
The hyaluronic acid in Hya-Flex
comes from an extracellular protein produced by natural fermentation. This product
is not
derived from any animal source. Hypersensitivity reactions should not be a
concern. Natural fermentation can yield higher molecular weight HA.
The weight of the molecule directly influences its "moisture-binding"
capability, and HyaFlex™ has the highest molecular weight HA in the
market. This may explain the phenomenal results we are experiencing.
Do doctors and veterinarians use Hyaluronic acid?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid has been
directly injected by needle into affected joints. This has yielded
great results by immediately increasing the viscosity of the joint fluid
and restoring proper lubrication and cushioning. More work has been done
in the field of orthopedics, cosmetic and eye surgery. It has been
used in eye surgery as a replacement fluid in the eye.
How long has HA been used?
Hyaluronic acid was first used
commercially in 1942 when Endre Balazs applied for a patent to use it as
a substitute for egg white in bakery products. He went on to
become the leading expert on HA, and made the majority of discoveries
concerning HA.
Because it is an acid will it burn mine or my pet’s skin or stomach?
Hyaluronic acid is often called an acid and this is a misnomer. Hyaluronic
acid as a sodium salt (sodium hyaluronate)(HyaFlex™) will have a neutral
pH measurement not an acidic. Because of the water retention capacity of
hyaluronic acid, it is actually a very good moisturizer for the skin and
is being used in many facial cream and body lotions. |
