The components of Lumanite™ are:

• Copper : “Helps to produce red blood cells and connective tissue” - Health Canada monograph
• Selenium : “May have anti-inflammatory effect” – Physician’s Desk Reference
• Manganese : “May aid in cartilage formation” – Physician’s Desk Reference
• Pantothenic acid : “Helps in tissue formation” - Health Canada monograph

(Currently only Lakota Extra Strength Joint Care Formula is available with Lumanite™)

Selenium:  Selenium protects the body’s immune system by preventing the formation of free radicals.  Selenium aids in liver function, assists in the manufacture of proteins, helps neutralize heavy metals and other toxic substances, and acts as an anti-carcinogen. Selenium deficiency is quite common and may be associated with rapid progression of arthritis.  Selenium deficiency can result in an increased risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.  Common symptoms include fatigue, skin problems, and infections.

Manganese:  Manganese, which is concentrated mainly in the liver, skeleton, pancreas, and brain, is considered important because it is used to make several key enzymes in the body and activates others.  It is also an antioxidant used to help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.  Manganese may also have some anticancer activity as well as a number of other important functions. It is believed to play a role in cholesterol and carbohydrate metabolism, thyroid function, blood sugar control, and is essential to the formation of bone, cartilage, and skin.   Manganese deficiency in animals appears to have an adverse effect on the growth of bone and cartilage, brain function, blood sugar control, and reproduction. 

Copper:  Copper aids in the manufacture of collagen and hemoglobin, and is necessary for the synthesis of oxygen in red blood cells.  Copper acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect against free radical damage.  Copper also plays a role in bone formation and healing processes, helps increase iron absorption, and plays an important role in a variety of enzymatic reactions.  Copper deficiency symptoms include anemia, dermatitis, diarrhea, edema, fatigue, impaired collagen production, laboured respiration, tissue and blood vessel damage, and skeletal defects.  Copper may also help with joint and arthritis pain.

Pantothenic Acid: The body uses pantothenic acid to make proteins as well as other important chemicals needed to metabolize fats and carbohydrates. Pantothenic acid is also used in the manufacturing of hormones and red blood cells.  Pantothenic acid acts as an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory.  It also plays a role in wound healing, antiviral activities, and in the management of rheumatoid arthritis. Pantothenic Acid deficiency symptoms include malaise, abdominal discomfort, and burning feet.