Jointace is sugar protein that helps your body build cartilage (the hard connective tissue located mainly on the bones near your joints). Jointace is a naturally occurring substance found in bones, bone marrow, shellfish and fungus. Jointace has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to relieving joint pain, swelling, and stiffness caused by arthritis. Not all uses for Jointace have been approved by the FDA. Jointace should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor. Jointace is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination. Jointace may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.