HyaFlex Frequently Asked Questions

What is hyaluronic acid (HA) and what is its function?

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring compound found in the joints and connective tissue of all mammals. HA acts as the lubricant for joints--kind of like liquid ball bearings.

Hyaluronic acid has been injected directly into the knee joints of humans and horses for many years, yielding excellent benefits.

Why does my pet need a hyaluronic acid product?

Hyaluronic acid is naturally produced by the body as a constituent of synovial fluid that lubricates the cartilage between the joints. As your pet ages, their body produces less and less HA and it becomes more and more difficult to replenish it and the cartilage and other structures of the joint begin to need support. Joints become less flexible and movement is limited. HA supplements pick up where their bodies fail them.

What does HA do for my pet's joints?

The HA in HyaFlex™ helps to improve joint movement and cushioning. If we compare the joints of your pet's body to and automobile engine, the joint fluid in their body mimics the oil in a car engine. At regular intervals we replace the oil in our car engines because the heat and friction breakdown the oils viscosity. The oil becomes thinner and less able to protect the metal surfaces from excessive wear. HyaFlex™ acts the same way in our joints. As your pet ages, the viscosity of their joint fluid breaks down and becomes thin and is unable to cushion the joint cartilage. This leads to increased friction on the cartilage surfaces of their joints. Taking HyaFlex™ helps maintain the normal viscosity of joint fluid.

What if my pet doesn’t have joint issues?

If you are not currently experiencing joint issues then HyaFlex™ may be used to provide benefits in the long run. Just as we change the oil in our car to help stop problems, taking HyaFlex™ may help your pets by maintaining proper joint fluid viscosity. Also, hyaluronic acid production slows down considerably as pets age, which accounts in part for the wrinkling of the skin, and the joint issues, so it makes good sense to compensate with HA.

How do I give HyaFlex™ to my pet?

Just administer the specified amount (shown on the back of the box) of HyaFlex™ to your pet once daily. HyaFlex™ is odorless and tasteless so your pet won’t even notice it. Each bottle of HyaFlex™ contains a 30-60 day supply depending on the weight of the animal.

Where does the Hyaluronic Acid in Hya-Flex come from?

The hyaluronic acid in Hya-Flex comes from an extracellular protein produced by natural fermentation. This product is not derived from any animal source. Hypersensitivity reactions should not be a concern. Natural fermentation can yield higher molecular weight HA. The weight of the molecule directly influences its "moisture-binding" capability, and HyaFlex™ has the highest molecular weight HA in the market. This may explain the phenomenal results we are experiencing.

Do doctors and veterinarians use Hyaluronic acid?

Yes. Hyaluronic acid has been directly injected by needle into affected joints. This has yielded great results by immediately increasing the viscosity of the joint fluid and restoring proper lubrication and cushioning. More work has been done in the field of orthopedics, cosmetic and eye surgery.

How long has HA been used?

Hyaluronic acid was first used commercially in 1942 when Endre Balazs applied for a patent to use it as a substitute for egg white in bakery products. He went on to become the leading expert on HA, and made the majority of discoveries concerning HA.

Because it is an acid will it burn mine or my pet’s skin or stomach?

Hyaluronic acid is often called an acid and this is a misnomer. Hyaluronic acid as a sodium salt (sodium hyaluronate)(HyaFlex™) will have a neutral pH measurement not an acidic. Because of the water retention capacity of hyaluronic acid, it is actually a very good moisturizer for the skin and is being used in many facial cream and body lotions.