Joint stiffness and discomfort is also a consequence of aging. With advancing age, there’s an increase in certain destructive cytokines (immune-modulating agents) that contribute to degenerative conditions. Tumor necrosis factor (TNF-alpha) is one such agent. These pro-inflammatory agents have been implicated in a host of age-related problems including issues related to joints.3

Blocking the actions of cytokines is crucial for joint health. In addition to protecting joints from damaging free radicals, replacing naturally occurring joint-supporting nutrients like glucosamine and chondroitin is also important.

ArthroMax™ is a multi-nutrient formula designed to provide broad-spectrum support for aging joints and cartilage. And based on recent scientific findings, ArthroMax™ has been enhanced with higher potencies of certain ingredients and now also contains theaflavins.

This ArthroMax™ formula contains more glucosamine sulfate along with a special Boswellia extract known as 5-LOXIN®. Glucosamine sulfate provides underlying structural foundation for joints while 5-LOXIN® inhibits the 5-lipoxygenase enzyme, thereby reducing levels of pro-inflammatory leukotriene B4.

Inflammatory reactions are regulated by a series of cytokines produced in the body. Normal aging results in an unfavorable balance of cytokines that contributes to persistent inflammatory conditions. New studies have shown that a special fraction found in black tea suppresses pro-inflammatory cytokines at the genomic level. Scientists have found that these compounds called theaflavins uniquely down-regulate the expression of genes and cytokines associated with inflammatory conditions.33

ArthroMax™ provides these bioactive theaflavin fractions, along with methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), which contains sulfur and methyl groups that are critically important in maintaining connective tissues such as tendons and cartilage. FruiteX B® OsteoBoron®, a patented form of boron identical to natural plant forms found in food and considered more bioavailable than other forms of boron, also supports healthy bones and joints.

ArthroMax™ with Theaflavins has less than 10 mg of caffeine per serving (the amount found in a quarter cup of brewed green tea).