Question 1

is hyaluronic acid bad for males?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hyaluronic acid is a component of the skin and can be used in anyone male or female. When administered properly, it is perfectly safe. It is an fda approved product.

Question 2

does hyaluronic acid cause any damage?

Accepted Answer

No: It is a component of normal joint fluid.

Question 3

what can you tell me about hyaluronic acid?

Accepted Answer

Fluid inside  joint: Hyaluronic acid is distributed thougout the body including connective  tissue. It is in the highest  concentration in fluids in the eye and  joint. It is in joint  fluid. It bathes the knee, gives  nutrition to the cartilage, cushions the joint. When  a joint gets  disease the hyaluronic fluid  beome abnormal. One  of the treatments for degenerative  arthritis is the  injection of hyaluronic acid.

Question 4

what is hyaluronic acid and what does it do?

Accepted Answer

Volumizer: Hyaluronic acid (ha) is a natural component of you skin and other areas inside your body.  It is found predominantly in the tougher areas of skin (the dermis) and helps to keep the skin hydrated.  Ha absorbs water very well (like a mega-sponge) and in doing so adds volume to the skin.  It is injected into the skin (facial fillers) to build back volume and fill in wrinkles for cosmetic reasons.

Question 5

what is a natural source of hyaluronic acid ?

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Animal joints: This acid is found in animal joints and connective tissue. Make a soup of chicken with bones and skin in the broth.
You'll need magnesium to aid in making your own hyaluronic acid so eat some leafy greens with your soup.

Question 6

is it possible to take hyaluronic acid orally?

Accepted Answer

Oral H. supplements: It is typically administered by injection, but it is available to be taken by mouth; this should be discussed with one's joint doctor or dermatologist e.g. Side effects; history of  rheumatoid arthritis;  cancer history with lymphedema in legs, etc.

Question 7

is hyaluronic acid to be used for someone under 30?

Accepted Answer

Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic Acid  helps to trap water and is helpful in moisturizing our skin. Since it is a large molecule, it has limited ability to penetrate the skin in a topical form so typically it is injected into the skin. The injectable forms are the dermal fillers known as Restylane, Belotero Balance and Juvederm. Hylatopic plus is a topical used to treat dry skin. If a person needs HA, it may be used.

Question 8

what is the natural food sources of hyaluronic acid ?

Accepted Answer

Many  sources: Hyaluronic acid (ha) is found  in eyes, joints, skin and other areas.  It is currently injected in joints, used in eye surgery, as well as wound healing and some cosmetis.  Ha as a fountain of youth is still unproven scientifically.  Oral supplements are available.  Foods with ha include soy products, animal parts with cartilage(joints tendons, rooster combs), starchy root veg. & red grapes/wines.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: hyaluronic acid?

Accepted Answer

Sugar: Hyaluronic acid is a long chain polysaccharide, or sugar type of molecule.  It is a naturally occurring substance that is a normal part of our body.  

It can be injected into the body to fill wrinkles.  Our body eventually breaks the material down, so the effect is not permanent.

Question 10

how long does normally it take for hyaluronic acid to work?

Accepted Answer

Difficult to absorb: There is a paradox of sorts when dealing with injections versus oral supplements. Many people would much rather take an oral supplement than have an injection administered. However, the efficacy of injections has been proven to a greater extent than oral supplements. Hyaluronic acid is so effective is that it has a very large molecular weight, which reflects its ability to hold water weight, but d.

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