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. It also exerts a mild analgesic effect. In one study, it was shown to be even more effective than Motrin in treating the pain of arthritis. Reduce to a maintenance dosage or 200 milligrams twice a day.
Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that fights free-radical damage.
Take 200 micrograms of selenium daily. You'll find selenium in almonds, barley and oranges. Shark cartilage may be useful. See more details in our shark cartilage page. Superoxide dismutase, also known as SOD, has also shown promise as an arthritis fighter.