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Joints Supplement Vial – Collagen & Hyaluronic

Take care of your joints before they have to ask you to.

THE FACT

Musculoskeletal disorders are the most commonly recognised occupational disease in countries such as Spain, France and Italy¹.

SOUND FAMILIAR?

You lift, carry and repeat the same movement shift after shift. Or, maybe you spend your whole workday sitting in front of a screen.

Either way, your joints build up wear that you end up noticing.

THE BRIDGE

That’s why Joints Supplement Vial – Collagen & Hyaluronic exists: a daily bone and joint supplement with vitamins for bone health (D3 and K2) and cartilage support.

Origin / why

Cartilage cushions the friction between bones. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic brings together in a single vial the components that make up that structure: collagen, chondroitin, glucosamine and hyaluronic acid. It’s completed with vitamin C, which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage and bones, and with vitamin D and K2 for bone maintenance.

References

1. European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA). Work-related MSDs: prevalence, costs and demographics in the EU. Bilbao: EU-OSHA; 2019. p. 12. Available at: https://osha.europa.eu/sites/default/files/Work_related_MSDs_prevalence_costs_and_demographics_in_EU_summary.pdf

Jordina Casademunt

9to5 Nutritionist

“Joints don’t give warning signs until they hurt. That’s why I recommend caring for them daily: maintaining a healthy weight, moving regularly and avoiding a sedentary lifestyle are the foundation. As a complement, a vial with vitamin C, which contributes to normal collagen formation, is a simple habit that’s easy to keep up.”

Nutritional

Tap on each ingredient to learn more.

Joint structure

WHY DOES IT WORK? Hydrolysed collagen for joints has been studied for its possible role in maintaining joint cartilage².
WHAT IS IT? Collagen is the most abundant protein in joint cartilage. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic includes it hydrolysed, of bovine origin, to make it easier to digest.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Chondroitin sulfate is one of the most studied cartilage components in relation to joint health³.
WHAT IS IT? Chondroitin sulfate is a natural component of joint cartilage, made up of sugar chains.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Glucosamine sulfate has been extensively studied in relation to joint health³.
WHAT IS IT? Glucosamine is a natural component of cartilage. In Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic it comes from crustaceans.

Collagen formation — Vitamin C

WHY DOES IT WORK? Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage and bones¹: it’s needed for the body to produce it naturally.
WHAT IS IT? Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that the body can’t produce on its own. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic provides it as sodium ascorbate.

Bone health

WHY DOES IT WORK? Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones¹, helping the body use calcium correctly.
WHAT IS IT? Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the form of vitamin D the body produces through sun exposure, and which can also come from diet or a vitamin D3 supplement.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Vitamin K2 contributes to the maintenance of normal bones¹: it plays a part in how the body fixes calcium in bone.
WHAT IS IT? Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7) is a form of vitamin K. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic includes it as menaquinone-7 (MK-7).

Additional support

WHY DOES IT WORK? MSM has been studied for its possible role in joint wellbeing⁴.
WHAT IS IT? MSM is an organic sulfur compound naturally present in plants, animals and the body itself.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Hyaluronic acid has been studied for its possible relationship with joint lubrication⁵.
WHAT IS IT? Hyaluronic acid is a substance the body produces naturally, present in the fluid that lubricates joints. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic includes it as sodium hyaluronate.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Turmeric is one of the most researched plants in relation to joint wellbeing⁶. Curcumin is one of its most notable components.
WHAT IS IT? LTurmeric comes from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, a plant in the ginger family. Curcumin, one of its most studied compounds, is extracted from it. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic includes it as a concentrate of this rhizome.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Nettle extract is a traditional ingredient in joint preparations
WHAT IS IT? Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a plant whose root is traditionally used in this type of preparation. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic includes its extract in dried form.
WHY DOES IT WORK? Fish oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids, a widely studied type of fat.
WHAT IS IT? Fish oil is a source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA).
WHY DOES IT WORK? Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress¹, helping to neutralise the oxidative damage that occurs naturally in the body.
WHAT IS IT? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. Joints – Collagen & Hyaluronic provides it as DL-alpha-tocopheryl acetate.
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Composition and dosage
(1 vial, 25 ml)

Bovine hydrolysed collagen

1000mg

Chondroitin sulfate

750 mg

Glucosamine sulfate

750 mg

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)

500 mg

Vitamin C

250 mg · 313% VRN*

Fish oil

117 mg

Nettle (of which silica)

100 mg (7 mg)

Turmeric (curcuminoids / curcumin)

80 mg (4,8 mg / 3,8 mg)

Hyaluronic acid

45 mg

Vitamin E (alpha-TE)

9 mg · 75% VRN*

Vitamin K2 (MK-7)

56,2 µg · 74,9% VRN*

Vitamin D3

5 µg · 100% VRN*

*NRV: Nutrient Reference Values

Full ingredient list

Purified water; vegetable glycerine (humectant); concentrated orange juice powder; colouring (natural caramel); bovine hydrolysed collagen; chondroitin sulfate; glucosamine sulfate (crustaceans); concentrated lemon juice; methylsulfonylmethane; vitamin C (sodium ascorbate); dicalcium phosphate; fish oil powder; flavourings; dried nettle extract powder (Urtica dioica, root); liquid concentrate of turmeric rhizome (Curcuma longa); sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid); preservative (potassium sorbate); colouring (β-carotene); menaquinone-7 (vitamin K2); DL-alpha-tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E); thickener (xanthan gum); sweetener (sucralose); cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).

Allergens

Contains crustaceans (glucosamine) and fish (fish oil).

Warnings

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of young children.

Contraindications

Food allergy to shellfish, crustaceans or insects (glucosamine comes from crustaceans). Fish allergy (contains fish oil powder). People with diabetes or prediabetes. People with asthma. Chronic liver disease. Glaucoma. Diets controlled for sodium, potassium or calcium. Pregnancy and breastfeeding. Not recommended for children. Not suitable for vegans or vegetarians (contains bovine collagen and fish oil).

Interactions

Anticoagulant treatment (warfarin, Sintrom, acenocoumarol, heparin): glucosamine and chondroitin may increase their effect (higher bleeding risk), while vitamin K2 does the opposite. Don’t take without speaking to your doctor first. Antidiabetic medication: glucosamine may affect your blood sugar levels. Diuretics: nettle has a mild diuretic effect. Additional vitamin C: the vial already provides 313% of the NRV; extra is usually not needed.

References

1. European Union. Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 of 16 May 2012. Official Journal of the European Union, L136/1. 2012. Available at: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX:32012R0432

2. Liang CW, Cheng HY, Lee YH, Liao CD, Huang SW. Efficacy and safety of collagen derivatives for osteoarthritis: a trial sequential meta-analysis. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2024;32(5):574-584. PMID: 38218227

3. Rabade A, Viswanatha GL, Nandakumar K, Kishore A. Evaluation of efficacy and safety of glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and their combination regimen in the management of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Inflammopharmacology. 2024;32(3):1759-1775. doi:10.1007/s10787-024-01460-9

4. Toguchi A, Noguchi N, Kanno T, Yamada A. Methylsulfonylmethane improves knee quality of life in participants with mild knee pain: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Nutrients. 2023;15(13):2995. doi:10.3390/nu15132995

5. de Carvalho JF, Davidson J. Oral hyaluronic acid in osteoarthritis and low back pain: a systematic review. Mediterr J Rheumatol. 2024. DOI: 10.31138/mjr.240724.oha.

6. Hsueh HC, Ho GR, Tzeng SI, Liang KH, Horng YS. Effects of curcumin on serum inflammatory biomarkers in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. BMC Complement Med Ther. 2025;25:237. doi:10.1186/s12906-025-04951-6

Education

01

Eye-opening fact

Cartilage doesn’t have its own blood vessels, so unlike the rest of the body, it doesn’t get oxygen or nutrients directly from the blood. It gets them from the fluid inside the joint, and that fluid only circulates properly when you move¹. That’s why movement is essential for a healthy joint.

02

Myth vs. reality

Myth:
“Moving wears out your joints.”

Reality:
Moderate exercise doesn’t damage cartilage or increase joint inflammation. Moving in a controlled way doesn’t wear it down, on the contrary, it’s part of caring for it².

03

Top ingredient (fun fact

Collagen makes up close to 90% of the organic matter in bone: it’s what gives bone its flexibility, balancing out the hardness of calcium³.

04

9to5 tip

Take the vial once a day, preferably in the morning. The effect isn’t immediate: it shows with consistent use over several weeks, so it’s best to keep it as part of your daily routine.

Evidencia científica

1. Lammi MJ, Qu C. Regulation of oxygen tension as a strategy to control chondrocytic phenotype for cartilage tissue engineering and regeneration. Bioengineering (Basel). 2024;11(3):211. DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering11030211

2. Bricca A, Struglics A, Larsson S, et al. Impact of exercise therapy on molecular biomarkers related to cartilage and inflammation in people at risk of, or with established, knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Arthritis Care Res. 2019;71(11):1504-1515. DOI: 10.1002/acr.23786

3. Lin X, Patil S, Gao YG, Qian A. The bone extracellular matrix in bone formation and regeneration. Front Pharmacol. 2020;11:521497. DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2020.00757

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FAQs

Can I take this if I’m on anticoagulant medication?

No, not without checking with your doctor first. This product can affect anticoagulants such as warfarin, Sintrom or acenocoumarol.

I’m allergic to shellfish or fish, can I take this?

No. The glucosamine in this product comes from crustaceans, and the formula also contains fish oil. Both are declared allergens.

I noticed the vial smells like fish, is it spoiled?

No, that’s normal. One of the ingredients is fish oil, and that characteristic smell is part of its composition. Only be concerned if the smell is clearly rancid or if the colour or texture changes.

Is this suitable for vegans or vegetarians?

No. It contains bovine collagen and fish oil.

I’m diabetic, asthmatic, or have glaucoma, is that a problem?

Yes, caution is needed in all three cases. Check with your doctor before you start taking it.

Can I take this during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

It’s not recommended, as there isn’t enough data to confirm the safety of these ingredients during these stages.

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