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Shark Cartilage 750 mg
NOW
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(629 ratings)
Calcium 1000 mg
Sodium 55 mg
Score 50.0
A shark cartilage supplement primarily for bone and joint health, providing high calcium but with limited scientific evidence for cartilage's efficacy and ethical concerns.
Quantity: 300 Capsule(s)Servings size: 6 Capsule(s) (50 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Bone Health
Joint Health
Heart Health
Fitness
Muscle Gain
leaderboard Score 50.0
A shark cartilage supplement primarily for bone and joint health, providing high calcium but with limited scientific evidence for cartilage's efficacy and ethical concerns.
This product is marketed towards bone and joint health, primarily featuring shark cartilage. While historically used, the scientific consensus on shark cartilage's efficacy for these goals is weak, with many nutritionists and medical professionals recommending more evidence-based alternatives like glucosamine, chondroitin, or collagen. Its high calcium content is a definite plus for bone health.
- Very high calcium content (1000mg) per serving, significantly contributing to daily calcium needs for bone health.
- Extremely low in calories, fat, and carbohydrates, making it a lean supplement.
- Low sodium content is favorable for general health.
- The primary ingredient, shark cartilage, lacks robust scientific evidence to consistently support its claims for joint health compared to other widely accepted supplements.
- Ethical concerns exist regarding the sustainable harvesting of sharks, which can be a deterrent for environmentally conscious consumers.
- Many nutritionists and healthcare professionals suggest more evidence-based alternatives for joint support.
- Ethical considerations regarding shark harvesting may be a concern for some consumers.
- Individuals with allergies to fish or shellfish should exercise extreme caution or avoid this product.
$28.19($0.56 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) |
| Protein | 2 Gram(s) |
| Calcium | 1000 mg |
| Sodium | 55 mg |
| Shark Cartilage (Mucopolysaccharides) | 4.5 Gram(s) |
Categories
Calcium 90.0
Delivers an impressive 1000mg of calcium per serving, making it a highly effective calcium supplement for supporting bone density.
Sodium 80.0
Contains a very low 55mg of sodium per serving, which is favorable for general health, especially for those monitoring sodium intake.
Goals
Bone Health 80.0
With 1000mg of calcium per serving, this product provides a significant contribution to daily calcium needs, which is crucial for maintaining strong bones. This is its strongest attribute for stated goals.
General Health 50.0
Provides a large dose of calcium, which is beneficial for general health. However, the controversial efficacy and ethical considerations regarding shark harvesting detract from its overall general health appeal.
Heart Health 40.0
The product itself has very low calories, fat, and cholesterol, which is neutral to slightly positive. However, shark cartilage doesn't have a direct, scientifically proven role in cardiovascular health.
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