Hyaluronic acid is naturally present in the body and has a unique chemical makeup. NPICenter.com notes that its use has been found to be beneficial for skin health, joint health, wound healing and eye care. "Dosages from 10-80mg have shown no adverse effects in several human studies," states NPICenter.com, adding that 50 to 100 mg per day in capsules or tablets is the suggested dosage from several products currently on the market.

On the Other: Who Benefits Most From Supplements

Hyaluronic acid, which operates in the body to lubricate and cushion in places such as the joints, eyes and valves of the heart, is needed by everyone, according to Clayton South with Bodybuilder.com. He says, however, that some people will receive a greater benefit from taking the supplements, such as those with arthritis and compromised immune systems.

Bottom Line

NPICenter.com claims it is important to supplement hyaluronic acid--between 50 and 100 mg a day--because the body produces less of it as we age and when there have been frequent injuries. Bodybuilding.com states that hyaluronic acid is best taken in conjunction with zinc and magnesium but warns that it can be degraded by vitamin C, which should be used sparingly. They add that positive effects from the supplements can be noticed in two to four months.

Source:

Natural and Nutritional Products Industry Center-NPIcenter.com: Hyaluronic Acid

Bodybuilding.com: Clayton South's Health Facts-Hyaluronic Acid

Resource:

Arthritis.org: Joint Health Quiz

EverydayHealth.com: Women's Guide to Joint Health

CTDS.info: Hyaluronic Acid Frequently Asked Questions