Omega-3 fatty acids, found in many fish, have shown promise in fighting arthritis. Six months later, those who had received the EP A had less pain and were better able to perform normal activities, as compared to the placebo group. Pantothenic acid, part of the vitamin B complex, has been shown to help prevent and alleviate arthritis. The connection between this nutrient and arthritis was made nearly forty years ago. But there is definitive study that shows precisely how it works.
Many people do find relief from their symptoms with pantothenic acid.
Take 3 g. daily. It will take one to two weeks before you see any result. If no results are seen in three weeks, discontinue the supplement. Some physicians recommend up to 12 g. of pantothenic acid a day, but this should be taken only under your doctor's supervision. Like glucosamine, SAM plays a role in the formation of cartilage.