UC-II
by NOW · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of UC-II by NOW: Aquamin 80 mg, UC-II Standardized Chicken Cartilage 40 mg, Aquamin 250 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquamin (Calcium) | 80 mg | 6% | — |
| UC-II Standardized Chicken Cartilage | 40 mg | — | — |
| └ Total Collagen (undenatured Type II Collagen) | 10 mg | — | — |
| Aquamin (Seaweed derived Minerals) | 250 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule daily at bedtime on an empty stomach.
Formula re: Contains: Cartilage is one of the primary connective tissues of the body, providing flexibility and support to joints. Undenatured Type II Collagen is the principal structural protein in cartilage that is responsible for its tensile strength and toughness. Derived from chicken sternum cartilage, the UC-II ingredient is a unique form of collagen with undenatured (native) type II collagen that works with the
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formulation re: Does NOT Contain: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.
Precautions re: Allergies: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Precautions re: Children: Caution: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).