Overview
Shark
cartilage is a food supplement made from…
Benefits
Inhibit
the growth of new blood vessels (cellular angiogenesis)…
How
to Use
In
order to get the maximum effect it is vital to…
Cautions
Don’t
take if you have recently undergone surgery…
Side
Effects
None
are known or proven. |
Overview:
Shark cartilage is a food supplement made from the powdered cartilage of
sharks. It is loaded in calcium and phosphorous, and contains amino acid
compounds that seemly inhibit cellular angiogenesis—the ability to create new
blood vessels. Also included in shark cartilage is chondroitin sulfate, which
contains anti-inflammatory properties. The effectiveness of taking
shark-cartilage orally is questioned by many doctors who feel its active
ingredient may be destroyed during digestion, thus not allowing it to enter the
blood stream. Some chemicals contained in Shark cartilage include: Amino acids
(some), calcium, mucopolysaccharides, phosphorus, and protein.
How This Supplement Works in Your Body:
Inhibits the growth of new blood vessels (cellular angiogenesis)
May improve immune system
May decrease joint swelling and stiffness due to anti-inflammatory properties
Due to the angiogenesis-inhibition properties, it might be effective in the
treatment of some eye disorders that occur because of inappropriate growth of
new blood vessels, as well as arthritis, psoriasis, bowel inflammation,
scleroderma
May fight cancer
How to Use:
In order to get the maximum effect it is vital to take a supplement that is 100
percent pure shark cartilage. Its color should be white.
Available as:
Powder
capsule
Cautions:
Don’t take if you:
Have recently undergone surgery
Have had a myocardial infraction (heart attack)
Are still growing
Consult your doctor if you:
Are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications
Pregnancy:
Consult with your physician to determine if any benefits of taking shark
cartilage outweigh the risk to your unborn child. Since shark cartilage is not
regulated by the FDA, the risk to an unborn child is unknown.
Breastfeeding:
It is not known whether shark cartilage is passed into milk. Consult with your
physician before taking.
Infants and Children:
It is hazardous to treat infants and children under 2 with any supplement.
Storage:
Keep in a cool and dry location and away from direct light, but do not freeze.
Keep safely away from children.
Safe dosage:
Shark Cartilage, as a product, is marketed as a dietary supplement and has not
been reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for effectiveness
and safety.
The optimal dosage amounts are unknown. Use caution when taking this supplement.
Toxicity:
Information on the comparative-toxicity rating cannot be found in standard
references.
Side Effects:
Signs and symptoms : What to do
None are known or proven
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