{"id":838,"date":"2017-12-05T16:13:19","date_gmt":"2017-12-05T16:13:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weightlosstop.com\/reviews\/?p=838"},"modified":"2017-12-05T16:13:19","modified_gmt":"2017-12-05T16:13:19","slug":"animal-flex-review-is-it-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weightlosstop.com\/reviews\/animal-flex-review-is-it-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Animal Flex Review: Is It Safe?"},"content":{"rendered":"
How does Animal Flex work?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

This is meant to repair connective tissue, lubricant and cushion joints, reduce soreness, rehabilitate, and provide proper nutrients for joint health.<\/p>\n

A coating to joints is emphasized through the use of hyaluronic acid and CMO. Lasting joint health is also emphasized with the use of vitamins and minerals. One full packet of capsules is advised once a day.<\/p>\n

They also say this won awards as being the \u201cJoint Supplement of the Year\u201d, but its unknown who gave them this title since they fail to provide a source.\u00a0 Results are said to differ from person to person, but they say relief from pain can come in as little as a few weeks. They recommend using it on a daily basis to ensure that joints stay healthy.<\/p>\n

Top Benefits:\u00a0<\/strong>Has a high amount of well-regarded joint health ingredients often added to similar brands. You also know exactly what you\u2019re getting from the supplements facts.<\/p>\n

Negatives:\u00a0<\/strong>Many great sounding claims are made without actual evidence. The ingredients are fairly basic and it\u2019s unknown how this can benefit serious athletes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

We selected the following 10 joint health brands for their enhanced ability to support overall mobility.<\/a><\/p>\n

Who makes this supplement?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Universal Nutrition is the official company name, here is their contact information:<\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0<\/strong>3 Terminal Road<\/p>\n

New Brunswick, NJ 08901<\/p>\n

Phone Number:\u00a0<\/strong>(800) 872-0101<\/p>\n

Email:\u00a0<\/strong> info@animalpak.com<\/a><\/p>\n

The FDA sent them a warning letter in 2003 after reviewing their official website and finding many unproven claims. This included medical type benefits which were not proven. Because of this they asked the company to no longer make such suggestions unless they could provide evidence.<\/p>\n

A questionable claim is made that this supplement has won awards and has been rated as the best joint heath brand for a total of 8 years. This sounds great and it would be a good showcase of tis abilities if it was true, but they do not list any actual evidence of where this was published.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s unknown which group or organization said this was the best, and it\u2019s unknown under what criteria it was judged. While impressive sounding there is no way to know if they are actually telling the truth.<\/p>\n

The best supplements for the reduction of joint discomfort and improved range of motion are placed in the following top 10 list.<\/a><\/p>\n

What\u2019s inside of it and are there side effects?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Listed are some of the most important ingredients:<\/p>\n

MSM: <\/strong>A chemical found in foods and often added to joint health supplements as a way to help reduce inflammation, pain, and to support wound healing. The treatment of chronic pain and arthritis are often treated with this.<\/p>\n

Studies have been performed to show what kinds of possible effects this may have on osteoarthritis. One such study by the Department of Osteoarthritis in Israel said that this could be used for:<\/p>\n

\u201cimprovement in pain and physical function\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cetyl Myristoleate Proprietary Blend: <\/strong>\u00a0A combination of different fatty acids which are used for the treatment of arthritis. Only low quality studies have been performed, making it difficult to trust that it would actually be effective at aiding joint health.<\/p>\n

Boswellia (resin): <\/strong>A tree extract used to help relieve inflammation. This is a common aide intended to help prevent osteoarthritis. Examine.com has said that it appears to be:<\/p>\n

\u201cquite anti-inflammatory\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Though they also said that there is only preliminary evidence, and that more information is needed to know for certain what it is capable of.<\/p>\n

Bromelain: <\/strong>Unique enzyme found in pineapple that is used to help treat inflammation and prevent arthritis symptoms. Web MD has noted that the evidence to prove this as an effective anti-inflammatory aid is lacking:<\/p>\n

\u201cisn\u2019t enough evidence\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

It can also potentially cause the following side effects:<\/p>\n