Hyaluronic Acid
According to Denton Dean from Livestrong, Hyaluronic acid is a compound found in your joints, skin and eyes. It is often added to joint supplements and cosmetics and is used to alleviate osteoarthritis and fill in wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid is available in several forms, including powder and liquid. (1)
Hyaluronic acid may help improve
- The flexibility of the joints
- Skin health and moisture balance
- Mouth sores
- Wound healing
What are the benefits?
1) The flexibility of the joints
Hyaluronic acid contributes to the flexibility of the joints, which may help gymnasts and individuals with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It helps lubricate joints and prevents bones from grinding with each other, thus, reducing pain and discomfort. The hyaluronic acid is usually injected into the joints by a doctor.
2) Skin health and hydration
Hyaluronic acid can help your skin look and feel healthier because it binds to water to help retain moisture in your skin. Approximately 50% of the hyaluronic acid in your body is in your skin. (2)
3) Sores in the mouth
A hyaluronic acid gel is an effective topical treatment for mouth sores, according to WebMD. It may help with tissue repair by keeping the damaged tissue moist. Hyaluronic acid may also help heal ulcers, cold sores and mouth sores, wounds and sunburn. (3)
Hyaluronic acid works well with
- Vitamin C for normal collagen formation and the maintenance of healthy blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth
- Hydrolysed to support joints, bones and skin health
- Pycnogenol to protect collagen and prevent wrinkles
Resources
- https://www.livestrong.com/article/254257-what-are-the-benefits-of-hyaluronic-acid-supplements/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3583886/
- https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1062/hyaluronic-acid
