Tart Cherry, Nettle amp; Turmeric may help in relieving joint pain and soothing discomfort. The ingredients provide defense against free radicals which can impact on joint health and help support inflammatory, pain and circulatory response. What is Magnifood? Each Terranova nutritional product is enhanced with its own synergistic complex of botanicals and phytonutrient-rich foods, called Magnifood. Magnifood ingredients are combined in a manner which enhances the bodys biochemical environment in order to maximise the potential benefits of the products vitamins, minerals and/or other nutrients. Many of the plants used in Magnifood are fresh freeze dried. Research shows that fresh freeze drying has the unique ability to retain a plants enzymes, and is shown to be superior to other drying methods in terms of activity, stability, solubility and preservation of a plants original fresh chemistry (as it was when the plant was harvested). Montmorency Tart Cherry Tart cherries are especially rich in anthocyanin flavonoids which, in addition to their antioxidant properties, are often used to help maintain health inflammatory response. Also abudant in tart cherries are antioxidant nutrients such as vitamins C and E and carotenoids. Nettle Leaf As well as possessing constituents which may help support inflammatory response, nettles are also rich in several nutrients that are required for the maintenance of joint health. Some (i.e. boron, silicon, calcium, vitamin C and vitamin K) are involved more in structural integrity, while others (including selenium and vitamin E) provide antioxidant defense against free radicals which can otherwise adversely impact on joint health. Turmeric Root The curcuminoids in turmeric root have been heavily researched for their potential role in helping maintain proper inflammatory response. Turmeric also possesses potent antioxidant properties, which is significant in that free radicals are one of the major destructive elements in joint degeneration. Celery Stalk amp; Leaf Celery is not only abundant in free radical scavenging antioxidants, but also is a very good source of nutrients involved in the structural integrity of joint tissue (such as manganese, molybdenbum, vitamin C and vitamin K). Ginger Rhizome/Root Ginger may help support inflammatory, pain and circulatory response ndash; all of which are pertinent to joint health. Directions: As a food supplement for adults, take 1/2 teaspoon (approx. 2.5g) per day mixed with juice or water. Do not exceed stated dose unless directed by a healthcare practitioner. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a dry cool place. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless on the advice of a healthcare practitioner. If taking prescribed medication, consult a physician before using this product.