BENEFITS Manufactured using a patented low-temperature process, which ensures the biological activity of Type II collagen in its native (undenatured) form to be effective. Undenatured Type II Collagen is the main structural protein of cartilage, derived from chicken sternum cartilage, working with the immune system for healthy joints and ensuring proper mobility and flexibility of ligaments. It is enriched with Aquamin red algae minerals , a rich natural source of bioavailable calcium and magnesium, which contains over 70 other important trace elements. Exactly 40 mg of UC-II was shown to be twice as effective as glucosamine and chondroitin.It helps maintain joint health by preventing the degradation of ligament cartilage.It works with the immune system to deactivate certain collagen T cells so that they no longer attack the joints, and thus may help the immune system maintain normal joint function and healthy collagen formation with long-term benefits . Recommended dosage 1 vegetable capsule before bedtime on an empty stomach. Nutritional Value & Ingredients One vegetable capsule provides on average: UC-II 800mg (Native Type II Collagen) Providing 10 mg Native Type II Collagen) 40 mg Aquamin® F (as Minerals from mineralized red algae) (Lithothamnium corallioides/Lithothamnium calcareum) (Whole plant) 250 mg