The Mighty Mouse That Beat Back Arthritis

Cetyl myristoleate was discovered by the late Harry Diehl, a research chemist at the National Institute of Health (NIH). In addition to isolating cetyl myristoleate and more than 500 other first-time compounds, Diehl is also known for discovering a method for synthesizing the unique sugar form used in the preparation of Dr. Jonas Salk’s oral polio vaccine.

But what about the mouse? Well, during Diehl's research on arthritis, he discovered that he was unable to induce arthritis in a particular species of Swiss albino mice. He theorized that these particular mice carried a special trait that helped prevent the onset of arthritis—and he eventually was able to isolate cetyl myristoleate as the secret compound.

Today, your animals can enjoy the same relief and benefits from this natural joint-enhancer in Advanced Cetyl M® Joint Action Formulas for dogs and horses. And just think, it all started with a mouse.

Unique Molecular Structure Makes the Difference
Cetyl myristoleate is a unique esterified fatty acid derived from myristoleic acid—and is the key ingredient in Advanced Cetyl M Joint Action Formula. In its raw form, myristoleic acid is found in African kombo nut butter and also in whale fat and beef tallow. It also can be found in its esterified form in a single species of albino mouse that is immune to
arthritis.

With it's unique molecular structure, cetyl myristoleate acts in four unique and beneficial ways to enhance joint health and performance:

First, cetyl myristoleate helps to regulate or “calm down” the body’s immune response to joint irritation—enhancing joint recovery and minimizing damage from pain and stress-inducing activities.
Second, cetyl myristoleate acts as an anti-inflammatory, helping to reduce the symptoms of inflammatory arthritis and other conditions in which inflammation can slow recovery, further tissue damage, increase pain and restrict motion.
Third, cetyl myristoleate stimulates joint lubrication to help relieve stiffness and improve joint mobility and range of motion.
And finally, cetyl myristoleate has an analgesic or “pain-killing” effect that reduces joint pain and raises your animal’s level of comfort.

The story of cetyl myristoleate is a story of relief that continues to play out every day for thousands of dogs and horses across the country that are benefiting from Advanced Cetyl M Joint Action Formula.