18/06/2026
Avocado-soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) blend ancient wisdom with modern science.
Randomized trials and meta-analyses report that ASU can modestly reduce joint pain in knee and hip osteoarthritis.
The extract appears to work by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-1 and IL-6, which are known to fuel pain and stiffness.
Additionally, ASU stimulates collagen production, helping to maintain cartilage integrity over time.
This is particularly significant given that cartilage is notoriously slow to heal on its own.
Trials have shown improvements in WOMAC and Lequesne scores over 3-6 months.
Could this food-derived approach be a gentle option for managing osteoarthritis symptoms?