PROPERTIES OF SHARK CARTILAGE

Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulphate for arthritis treatment

Shark cartilage contains glucosamine and chondroitin sulphates and taken as a dietary supplement has been demonstrated to provide a safe, natural and effective arthritis treatment. Shark cartilage both alleviates the symptoms of arthritis, as well as preventing further joint deterioration making it an ideal supplement to maintain property joint health and mobility.

Anti inflammatory activity

Shark cartilage has been scientifically demonstrated to possess a powerful anti inflammatory agent. This activity contributes much of the benefit experienced by arthritis sufferers and is also popular for numerous other health conditions subject to inflammation.

Angiogenesis

Shark cartilage has been scientifically shown to possess potent “angiogenesis activity” which acts as a blood vessel growth inhibitor.

Organic bio-availability

Shark cartilage contains minerals in a bio-available organic form. This is very important for the absorbability of minerals. Shark cartilage contains organic collagen, calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, potassium and zinc at similar levels to that which occurs naturally in the human body.

QUALITY PROCESS

Not all shark cartilage powder is the same. R3 shark cartilage powder has been processed using world-class, certified quality processes and a purpose-designed manufacturing facility to maintain the highest possible therapeutic benefits of these products.

Intensive research has enabled the processor to develop the unique organic process that cleanly removes shark flesh from the cartilage, dries the cleaned cartilage and mills it hygienically without damaging the protein and other fragile components within.

This processing method produces super fine, clean fresh smelling powder with no flesh protein present. It is superior to traditional means of cleaning and processing and does not use harmful treatments such as chemicals, which may reduce therapeutic benefits.

In addition, only the best quality raw materials are sourced to ensure the integrity of our material.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES :

Australian Pharmaceutical, TGA, GMP Certified manufacturer.

Chondroitin Sulphate 10%, Glucosamine Sulphate 12%.

A 100% pure, natural organic product with no harmful chemicals used in processing.

A fresh clean odour.

Produced at low temperatures (approximately body temperature) to avoid damaging the cartilage proteins.

The powder retains all the important active proteins, typically 42-48%.

It contains no useless flesh protein.

No preservatives or flavours added.

It has a low moisture content between 3 and 5 percent, so bacteria cannot multiply and therefore has a long shelf life.

Flexible milling specifications, select 200 or 400+ mesh particle size for easy encapsulation while maintaining efficacy with easy absorption.

SOME OF THE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO GET THE MOST BENEFIT FROM THE USE OF SHARK CARTILAGE POWDER

What is shark cartilage?

Sharks are among the healthiest creatures on earth, sharks have survived virtually unchanged for 400 million years and are immune to almost every disease known to man. Scientists believe the shark's skeleton, made entirely of cartilage, is responsible for this ultra-immunity. Dr Carl Iver, a biochemist in Mote Marine Laboratory, Florida has tried feeding sharks in captivity an extremely potent cancer producing substance called aflatoxin. In nearly 8 years of research, and concentrated effort, he has been unable to produce a single cancer tumour in a shark. There are several different proteins in shark cartilage powder as well as a combination of other compounds including Chondroitin and Glucosamine.

Research on shark cartilage powder

A pharmaceutical company cannot take out a patent on a natural product like shark cartilage powder, therefore they cannot and will not spend millions in research on such a product - they are responsible to shareholders to return large profits. However, a lot of research has been done around the world on shark cartilage power - it hasn't become an accepted medical treatment as yet. Doctors have been reluctant to be involved in its use - however it is pleasing to note that more and more doctors are recommending the powder as an alternative treatment.

Side effects

In more than 10 years of research and use by many thousands, there have been very few side effects recorded in the use of shark cartilage powder. Some people have reported slight stomach upsets when taking large amounts orally and some people who have an allergy to seafood may have a reaction to shark cartilage powder.

Why a finer powder?

The reason for an extra fine powder is simple - the human stomach only has to work very little on the powder before it is absorbed into the blood stream. As a coarse powder spends more time in the stomach, digestive acids can destroy some of the active proteins in the powder. To achieve the best results with large doses of shark cartilage powder, take 3 separate doses per day on an empty stomach at least ½ hr before meal time.

Can other treatments help?

Definitely. It is proven in an overseas survey that in many cases, a stressful period of time is often a forerunner of disease as the immune system in the body is working less effectively. It is recommended that joining a treatment support group can introduce alternatives such as acupuncture, meditation, special diets, vitamins and many others to give yourself a better chance of fighting disease.

Can shark cartilage powder ever be cheap?

It is expensive to produce a good quality shark cartilage powder. Hygiene in the production of the powder is of the utmost importance, special care must be taken also in the manufacturing process so as not to destroy the active compounds in shark cartilage powder.

How to mix shark cartilage powder and how to judge quality

The powder may be mixed with tomato, nectarine, vegetable juices, milk or any other juice or simply water to which 2 drops of peppermint oil can be added. Shark cartilage powder should be slightly off white in colour and should not have too strong a smell and is quite easily taken with the abovementioned juices.

Marketing

We believe in distributing shark cartilage powder at an affordable price to enable more people to benefit from its use. We recommend the use of powder as it has a much lower production cost than capsules and represents signicant cost savings. However, empty capsules can be purchased from chemists and filled with the powder by the customer if this is preferred.

How to obtain more information

The above information has been deliberately kept simple to give you a very broad outline of shark cartilage powder and its benefits. For those who would like to learn more about this amazing powder, “Jaws of Life” is a publication devoted to providing further information.

Reference Material:

Alex Duarte, O.D., PhD. “Jaws for Life. The Story of Shark Cartilage.”

Lane, placeI. William, B.S., M.S., PhD., “The Medical Potential of Shark Cartilage”, The Natural Health Magazine, October 1991.