Winter is a magical season, but it can bring many challenges for our bodies, especially for those prone to joint pain and stiffness. The drop in temperature can increase discomfort, particularly for people living with arthritis and can also result in more slips and falls as the colder weather creeps in.
Why Winter Worsens Joint Health
Cold weather affects our bodies in multiple ways, including:
- Tightened Muscles and Joints: Reduced flexibility and increased stiffness.
- Lower Blood Circulation: Cold redirects blood to vital organs, leaving extremities like knees and hands stiff.
- Increased Sensitivity: For those with arthritis, colder temperatures intensify the pain.
- Reduced Physical Activity: Staying indoors means less movement, which can lead to stiff joints.
- Higher Risk of Slips and Falls: Ice and snow increase accidents, putting bones and joints at risk.
Best Supplements to Support Your Joints and Bones in Winter
With the above in mind, we’ve developed formulations packed with premium ingredients from our UK and EU-trusted suppliers to help end-users keep their joints and bones healthy. Here are our top recommendations:
1. Turmeric, Ginger, and Black Pepper Blend
Turmeric: Nature’s Anti-Inflammatory Superstar
Turmeric is celebrated for its active ingredient, curcumin, which reduces joint discomfort, stiffness, and swelling. Particularly effective for those with long term joint health issues, turmeric is a Winter must-have for combating inflammation.
Ginger: A Warming Solution for Joint Pain
Ginger contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that ease discomfort and stiffness. Its warming properties improve circulation, making it ideal for keeping joints limber during cold months.
Black Pepper: Boosts Turmeric’s Power
Rich in piperine, black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin by up to 2000%. [1] It also offers antioxidant benefits, further reducing joint stiffness.
2. Marine Collagen and Vitamin C Capsules
Marine Collagen: More Than Just Skin Deep
As well as its well-known anti-aging benefits, marine collagen supports joint mobility and bone density, reducing inflammation and strengthening connective tissues. It’s especially beneficial for preventing bones getting soft and protecting joints for the years to come.
Vitamin C: A Joint and Immune Saviour
Vitamin C aids in tissue repair and joint regeneration while reducing inflammation. Plus, it boosts immunity, helping you stay healthy all Winter long.
3. Bovine Collagen Capsules
Collagen: The Protector of Joints
Collagen is the backbone of connective tissue health. It enhances joint flexibility, reduces tissue damage, and fortifies bones and ligaments. Adding collagen to your Winter routine helps you stay strong and active during the colder months.
4. L-Arginine & Creatine for Mobility Capsules
These key ingredients – L-Arginine & Creatine – provide a powerful combination that may support joint health, improve mobility, and enhance overall physical performance:
L-Arginine: This amino acid may help improve blood circulation by boosting nitric oxide production, which enhances nutrient and oxygen delivery to muscles and joints. Better circulation may support faster recovery and reduced muscle soreness, contributing to improved mobility.[2]
Creatine: Known for its ability to increase muscle strength and energy production, creatine may also support joint health by promoting the regeneration of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the body’s primary energy source. This can improve endurance and performance, aiding in better movement and flexibility during physical activity.[3]
Together, these ingredients support better mobility, joint function, and muscle recovery, making the capsules ideal for individuals seeking to improve flexibility and overall movement, especially during physical activity or as part of a joint care routine.
5. Creatine Monohydrate
Creatine: Strength Beyond Muscles
Known for boosting performance, creatine’s anti-inflammatory properties also make it a Winter champion for joint health.
Recently, this has also gone one step further as a recent study revealed that creatine supplementation improved muscle strength in patients with long term joint health issues while under medical rehabilitation. [4]
Premium Supplements, Expertly Created for You
Our joint health formulations are trusted by countless customers, and for good reason:
- Developed by our in-house technical team and expert consultants with a combined 100 years of industry experience
- Manufactured in our state-of-the-art UK factory using premium ingredients sourced from trusted UK and EU suppliers.
- FSSC 22000-accredited and GMP-certified
- Designed for maximum efficacy and quality.
Let’s work together
Looking to stock these winter-ready formulations or develop a bespoke supplement for your brand? Speak to our experienced team today.
While our production schedule is full for 2024, we’re currently taking and planning orders for 2025. Stay active and warm this Winter, and make sure your customers do too. Contact us here.
[2] https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/l-arginine#what-it-is
[3] https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/creatine-exercise-performance#how-creatine-works
