Joint Health
Cetyl Myristoleate (CMO)
Also known as: CMO, Cetylated fatty acids
C
Evidence
Fatty acid ester studied for joint lubrication and inflammation reduction.
Primary uses
- Joint lubrication
- Joint health
- Inflammation
How it works
- May lubricate joints
- Anti-inflammatory
- Immune modulation
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-1000mg daily
- Timing
- With food
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- 4-8 weeks
- Special populations
- OA, joint stiffness
Forms
- Capsules
- Topical cream
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
Contraindications
- None
Evidence notes
Limited but promising research
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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