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Hyaluronic Acid is an ingredient used in many high
quality products and has been linked to a role in tissue hydration
and dehydration, lubrication, and other aspects of cellular function,
along with other vitamins and nutrients in the body. Hyaluronic
Acid has a half life in the body, in cartilage of two to three weeks,
but only one day in the skin. When synthesis in the body declines
people experience discomfort of the joints, wrinkles and many people
report more frequent illness, leading many to believe that a constant
supply of Hyaluronic Acid is beneficial. Some scientists believe
that it creates a cushion effect between joints of the body and
provides more elasticity in the skin, and a softer feel. Some scientists
also believe that it raises the while blood cell count, helping
to ward off infection.
Hyaluronic Acid was described as the goo muscle
until the late 1970's, and was simply believed to be a carbohydrate
polymer until that time. It was later discovered that it is one
of the main lubricating components of synovial fluid in the body,
abundant in extra cellular matrices, and that it contributes to
the hydrodynamics of tissue, cell proliferation and movement. Naturally
found in many body tissues, Hyaluronan Acid is often used in medical
applications such as eye surgery - corneal transplants, cataract
surgery, glaucoma surgery, and retinal detachment repair. It is
also used to treat osteoarthritis in areas such as the knee. In
addition to lubrication and cushioning of joints it has an analgesic
effect, and positive effects of cartilage. In cancer treatment it
is used as a tumor marker; particularly in breast cancer and prostate
cancer. Use of Hyaluronan Acid in cosmetics is a relatively new
use of this substance, but it has been approved by the FDA since
2003 and is becoming increasingly popular.
An interesting side note is the study of a village
in Japan, featured on an episode of the ABC newsmagazine 20/20.
People in this village tend to live to be much older than average,
and ten percent of the villagers are 85 years of age or older. The
diet of the village people is primarily sticky stanches like sweet
potatoes, and it is believed by many people that these foods promote
Hyaluronic Acid, which contributes to youthfulness due to the lubricating
effects on joints, skin, and the eyes. While these studies have
not been proven, many people find them of interest and research
continues.
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