Joint Support Guide

Healthy joints help you move comfortably through everyday life. Learn what affects joint function, which ingredients may help, and how to choose targeted support.¹–⁵

✅ Reviewed by Jamieson's Science Team

Quick Answers

What helps keep joints healthy?

Regular movement, strong muscles, a healthy weight, and protection from injury.¹,²

Which supplements support joint comfort?

Glucosamine, turmeric, collagen, and eggshell membrane offer different types of support.³–⁶

Does movement help stiff joints?

Yes. Appropriate activity can reduce stiffness and strengthen the muscles around joints.²

When should joint pain be assessed?

Seek advice for persistent pain, swelling, redness, injury, or reduced movement.

What is joint support?

Joint support focuses on maintaining comfortable movement, flexibility, and the tissues that cushion and connect your joints. 

Movement and strengthening exercises are essential. Supplements may provide additional support for cartilage, stiffness, or joint pain, depending on their ingredients and licensed uses.²–⁶ 

What affects your joints?

Age, previous injuries, repetitive movements, muscle weakness, body weight, and some health conditions can affect joint comfort and mobility.¹ 

Joint pain has many possible causes. Speak with a healthcare practitioner about symptoms that are persistent, worsening, or accompanied by swelling, warmth, or redness. 

Key Ingredients for Joint Health

Glucosamine

Glucosamine helps protect against cartilage deterioration and may relieve joint pain associated with osteoarthritis.³

Turmeric

Turmeric is traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and associated discomfort.⁴

Natural Eggshell Membrane

Certain natural eggshell membrane formulas help reduce joint pain and stiffness and improve joint function.⁵

What everyday habits support healthy joints?

  • Keep moving: Regular activity can reduce stiffness and support mobility.² 
  • Build strength: Strong muscles help support and protect your joints.² 
  • Include flexibility: Gentle stretching maintains your range of motion. 
  • Choose lower-impact activities: Try walking, cycling, swimming, or water exercise. 
  • Increase gradually: Give your body time to adjust to new activities. 
  • Protect painful joints: Seek guidance if movement causes unusual or worsening pain. 

What to look for in joint support

Start with the type of joint support you need.

  • Cartilage support: Consider glucosamine alone or with chondroitin. 
  • Pain and stiffness: Look for a licensed joint-pain or stiffness claim. 
  • Herbal support: Consider turmeric for joint inflammation and discomfort. 
  • Broader support: Combination formulas may include glucosamine, turmeric, or collagen. 
  • Shellfish concerns: Check the glucosamine source or choose a plant-based option. 
  • Review precautions: Ask before use with medications or health conditions. 
  • Look for quality: Check for an eight-digit NPN and trusted quality testing.⁷ 

For more than 100 years, Jamieson has combined scientific expertise with rigorous quality testing. Every product is backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine.  

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FAQs
What is the best supplement for joint support?

There is no single best option. Glucosamine may support cartilage, while turmeric, collagen, and natural eggshell membrane offer different forms of joint support.³–⁶

Does glucosamine help joint pain?

Glucosamine may relieve joint pain associated with osteoarthritis and help protect against cartilage deterioration. Check the product’s licensed uses and directions.³

Is turmeric good for joint discomfort?

Turmeric is traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve joint inflammation and associated discomfort.⁴

Sources
  1. Arthritis Society Canada. Osteoarthritis.[Text Wrapping Break]https://arthritis.ca/about-arthritis/arthritis-types/osteoarthritis/ 
  2. Arthritis Society Canada. Physical Activity Guide.[Text Wrapping Break]https://arthritis.ca/treatment/physical-activity-guide/ 
  3. Health Canada. Joint Health Products — Multiple Ingredient Monograph.[Text Wrapping Break]https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_joint-health-products-multiple-ingredient_english.pdf 
  4. Health Canada. Turmeric — Curcuma longa Oral Monograph. Updated September 26, 2025.[Text Wrapping Break]https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_turmeric--oral_english.pdf 
  5. Health Canada. Licensed Natural Health Products Database — Natural Eggshell Membrane, NPN 80033753.[Text Wrapping Break]https://health-products.canada.ca/lnhpd-bdpsnh/info?licence=80033753 
  6. Health Canada. Hydrolyzed Collagen Monograph. Updated March 28, 2024.[Text Wrapping Break]https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_hydrolyzed-collagen_english.pdf 
  7. Health Canada. About Natural Health Products.[Text Wrapping Break]https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/natural-non-prescription/regulation/about-products.html