Hyaluronic Acid Foods

Hyaluronic acid is available as a nutritional supplement in the United States, Europe, and other countries. Multiple clinical trials have shown that HA is safe when taken orally. Some evidence exists that it can survive digestion in the stomach and can be absorbed intact into the bloodstream.¹

One of the most common uses for HA supplementation is skin health and healthy aging. Your skin loses its ability to produce HA over time, which contributes to wrinkles and skin that sags. Supplementing with HA can improve the integrity of your skin and reduce the appearance of aging.²

HA is now also used as an alternative or complimentary option for managing arthritis. Naturally, it is a major component of the synovial fluid that cushions your joints. Taking extra HA can reduce inflammation in arthritic joints and help cartilage repair itself.^3-5

There are a number of other possible uses for HA supplements that are now being investigated. Some evidence suggests that it can help with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other digestive disorders.⁶ It can also reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections (UTIs).⁷

Bone broth has become a dietary trend recently, although it has been an important nutritional source for humans since our primitive years. By stewing bone and gristle for a long time, the tough matrix breaks down and releases proteins, minerals, and other nutrients into the liquid. The resulting broth is rich in skeletal nutrients like collagen, calcium, and HA.^{8, 9}

To make bone broth, place bones of any type into a pot, cover with water, and simmer for a minimum of 24 hours. You can add herbs and other flavorings to your desire. Bones can be obtained from a butcher, or you can save your own from other meals.

Hyaluronic acid is an important component of strong protein networks. Protein-rich foods, therefore, have a high content of HA. Meats, especially red meats, are good sources of HA. You can also get decent amounts of HA from white meats, seafood, and eggs. It is now being used as an additive to some meat products, though eating processed meats like hot dogs and lunch meats should be kept to a minimum to avoid their negative health effects.

Hyaluronic acid is an important component of strong protein networks. Protein-rich foods, therefore, have a high content of HA. Meats, especially red meats, are good sources of HA. You can also get decent amounts of HA from white meats, seafood, and eggs. It is now being used as an additive to some meat products, though eating processed meats like hot dogs and lunch meats should be kept to a minimum to avoid their negative health effects.

Vegans and vegetarians need not despair, for there are plant-based foods available with high HA content. Others, such as vegetables rich in magnesium, stimulate your body to produce more HA itself.^10-12 Some good options include:

• Citrus fruits and citrus peel
• Root vegetables
• Soybeans and soy products
• Cole crops (cabbage, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, etc.)
• Olives
• Green leaf vegetables (spinach, lettuce, etc.)

Vegans and vegetarians need not despair, for there are plant-based foods available with high HA content. Others, such as vegetables rich in magnesium, stimulate your body to produce more HA itself.^10-12 Some good options include:

• Citrus fruits and citrus peel
• Root vegetables
• Soybeans and soy products
• Cole crops (cabbage, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, etc.)
• Olives
• Green leaf vegetables (spinach, lettuce, etc.)