{"product_id":"vitabiotics-osteocare-plus-glucosamine-chondroitin-tablets-calcium-magnesium-vitamin-d-c-zinc-to-help-maintain-strong-bones-cartilage-60-tablets","title":"Vitabiotics Osteocare Plus Glucosamine \u0026 Chondroitin Tablets | Calcium \u0026 Magnesium \u0026 Vitamin D \u0026 C \u0026 Zinc to Help Maintain Strong Bones \u0026 Cartilage | 60 Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBone health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enormal bones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplus vitamin D which helps with the normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eabsorption and utilisation of calcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved formula now with vegan vitamin D3\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis improved formula provides 25μg of vitamin D3*. Alongside magnesium, calcium, zinc, plus ginger root and Glucosamine \u0026amp; Chondroitin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UK Department of Health recommends that everyone should consider taking a daily supplement containing vitamin D especially during the autumn and winter. (Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/\"\u003ewww.nhs.uk\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitabiotics’ nutritional experts have formulated Osteocare Glucosamine and Chondroitin with vitamin D3 derived from a natural vegan plant source (Algal).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartilage health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCartilage is the flexible connective tissue found between bones. Vitamin C contributes to normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecollagen formation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the normal function of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebones and cartilage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Osteocare Glucosamine also provides copper which contributes to the maintenance of normal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econnective tissue\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus Glucosamine, Chondroitin and Ginger Root extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium is important for everyone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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: www.nhs.co.uk).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium is vital for older women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men\u003cbr\u003e- Dietary calcium intake may decrease with age\u003cbr\u003e- The rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced with essential magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOsteocare Glucosamine \u0026amp; Chondroitin’s natural source calcium is carefully balanced with essential magnesium which also contributes to the normal functioning of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enervous system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emuscle function.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHave difficulty swallowing tablets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting enough calcium is especially important for men and women over 50, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and during and after the menopause. For those that do not like swallowing tablets, Osteocare Fizz, Chewable or Liquid is an ideal alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsteocare is proud to support the Royal Osteoporosis Society\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Osteoporosis Society is the UK’s largest national charity dedicated to bone health. They work to help the nation look after its bones and appreciate the importance of bone health for everybody. 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