Home » Reviews » Minerals » Procosa Review

Procosa Review – Is it Effective?

By Sasha de Beausset Aparicio, MSc

Reviewed by Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir

Last Updated:

Evidence Based | Overview | Ingredients | Health Benefits | Safetiness | Precautions | Price | Shop For Procosa | Directions | Verdict

Fragile bones are a well-known problem with aging people. This usually happens due to calcium deficiency.[1][2] People can obtain reasonable amounts of calcium from food, but that is not enough all the time. It is here the supplements like Procosa step in to help strengthen bones and heal joint pains and related problems.

There are quite a few calcium-based products available, but Procosa claims to be a premier brand among them.

Read our in-depth Procosa review below to find out how effective it is in this regard.

Overview

1) Quick Overview

USANA Procosa is an all-natural supplement claimed to support skeletal and joint health.

According to the manufacturer, Procosa is different due to their patented InCelligence Joint Support Complex proprietary blend consisting of Meriva (an innovative curcumin extract) and Glucosamine HCL.[3]

As an all-natural bone supplement, Procosa is not only suited for elderly people but can also be useful for others who want to achieve and maintain healthy bones and joints.

2) How Did Procosa Start?

Procosa is made by USANA, a multi-level company founded in 1992. USANA is known for developing various nutritional products, skincare products, and dietary supplements. Some of their best sellers include Proflavanol C100, Biomega, CoQuinone 30, Hepasil DTX, and CellSentials.

Most USANA supplements are made in the company’s facility, located in West Valley City. As an MLM company, USANA sells in 24 different countries through several distributors.

USANA was listed in “200 Best small companies” by Forbes in 2007. In 2015 was listed as the 24th largest multi-level company in the world regarding its total revenue.[4][5]

How to contact USANA company:

For the United States

  • Address: 3838 West Parkway Boulevard, Salt Lake City, UT 84120
  • Phone: 1-888-950-9595 6:30am – 9:00pm MST
  • Fax: 1-800-289-8081
  • Email: customerservice@usanainc.com

For Canada

  • Address: 80 Innovation Dr., Woodbridge, ON, L4H0T2
  • Phone: 1-888-950-9595 6:30am – 9:00pm MST
  • Fax: 1-800-289-8081
  • Email: customerservice@usanainc.com
Ingredients

3) Details on Procosa Ingredients and Uses

Procosa includes the following ingredients:

  • Magnesium 44 mg
  • Vitamin C 225 mg
  • Potassium 94 mg
  • Manganese 5 mg
  • InCelligence Joint Support Complex (Glucosamine HCL 1,500 mg and Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin Complex 260 mg)

Other ingredients include modified cellulose, soy lecithin, microcrystalline cellulose, ascorbyl palmitate, croscarmellose sodium, calcium silicate, dextrin, dextrose, and sodium citrate.

Procosa-Usana-Health-Science-Glucosamine-Facts

4) Does Procosa Work?

Procosa is not your average joint supplement. Most similar supplements deliver glucosamine with chondroitin sulfate. However, an observational study determined that using the Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin Complex and glucosamine is more efficient than the combination of chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine.[6][7]

This improved absorption rate is why you will find both ingredients in Procosa’s patented InCelligence Joint-Support Complex.

Glucosamine is an amino sugar and a precursor in the generation of cartilage.[8] Healthy cartilage production is crucial because cartilage acts as a shock absorber and prevents bones from grinding together. Unfortunately, as we age, cartilage can become more fragile, and our bodies have a more challenging time maintaining cartilage health.[9]

Glucosamine is also a building block of proteoglycans – protein molecules essential for healthy cartilage. They bind the water that cushions and lubricates the joints.

There is some research supporting the benefits of glucosamine supplementation. Several clinical studies have shown joint health benefits associated with taking glucosamine. This includes demonstrating that joint space can be better maintained with supplementation.[10][11][12]

Lastly, the glucosamine used in Procosa is vegetarian-friendly. Unlike most dietary supplements for joint and bone health, where glucosamine is derived from crab shells and chitin found in shrimp, Procosa uses plant-derived glucosamine (Aspergillus niger), making it easier for vegetarians to find a joint supplement that’s right for them.

Another important ingredient for joint health is curcumin – the principal curcuminoid of the Indian spice turmeric. Curcumin is rarely soluble in water or oily solvents, which results in low bioavailability.[13][14]

A solution to this problem comes in the form of Meriva, a delivery form of curcumin with lecithin.

Essentially, Meriva is an innovative phytosome that allows for dramatically improved absorption and bioavailability, making it an ideal pairing for glucosamine.[15]

A study[16] published in the Journal of Natural Products, co-authored by USANA scientists, concluded that Meriva delivers an impressive bioavailability improvement compared to standard curcumin from turmeric extracts.

Health Benefits

5) Procosa Health Benefits

Procosa-Usana-Health-Science-Foods-Good-for-Bones

Procosa claimed benefits include:

  • Formulated with USANA Patented InCelligence to support cellular communication with proprietary nutrient blends that supports your cells’ natural ability to regenerate and protect themselves;
  • Supports joint function and comfort with Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin – an innovative form that is nearly 30 times more bioavailable than conventional curcumin-based formulations;
  • Blends the hydrochloride form of glucosamine with the potassium and magnesium sulfate included in the scientific formula of USANA Procosa to provide the same benefits of glucosamine sulfate without using shellfish or other animal-based ingredients.
Safetiness

6) Is Procosa Safe for Everyone?

Overuse of this product may lead to adverse reactions and mild side effects[17] in some users. Some of these side effects include:

  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach upsets
  • Skin rashes
  • Nausea
  • Heartburn
  • Constipation
  • Drowsiness
  • Headaches
Precautions

7) Precautions of Procosa Use

Glucosamine is known to interact[18] with several prescription medications, including:

  • Warfarin (Coumadin)
  • Teniposide (VM26)
  • Medications for cancer (Antimitotic chemotherapy)
  • Etoposide (VP16, VePesid)
  • Glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase)
  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  • Doxorubicin (Adriamycin)
  • Glimepiride (Amaryl)
  • Rosiglitazone (Avandia)
  • Insulin
  • Glipizide (Glucotrol)
  • Chlorpropamide (Diabinese)
  • Pioglitazone (Actos)
  • Tolbutamide (Orinase)
Shop For Procosa

8) Who Sells Procosa?

Procosa can be ordered online from different stores. Still, our recommendation is to either buy it directly from the manufacturer or purchase it from trusted online retailers such as Amazon and Walmart, which may also offer discounts and free shipping.

Price

9) Procosa Price

One bottle of Procosa (84 tablets) costs $37.35. However, since USANA sells through many different distributors, the price may vary significantly from one retailer to another.

Directions

10) Procosa Directions

For adults, take three (3) tablets daily, preferably with food.

11) What Customers Say About Procosa

"Due to back surgery and eventually, a back surgery fusion had to discontinue taking this product. I returned the product and still waiting for a refund." [Read full review]

---Gerri Oxendine

"Ever since I started taking this Vitamin C last year, I did not even suffer from colds or allergies. I actually stopped using Claritin D., which I was taking for three consecutive years due to allergies." [Read full review]

---Aramina Alanis

"I have been hooked on all Usana products! They are the only vitamins I take and have for over 15 years! Great products!" [Read full review]

---Amanda Ahrendts

Verdict

12) Our Verdict on Procosa

Having healthy joints and bones is essential to living a happy, active lifestyle, and USANA Procosa is one good supplement to try.

Procosa is unique because it combines the patented InCelligence Joint-Support Complex – made of vegetarian glucosamine and Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin – with magnesium, potassium, manganese, and Vitamin C.

Made from plant-based ingredients and manufactured under strict global standards, Procosa is a solid product that may offer joint pain relief and effective management of bone and joint issues that are usually associated with aging and daily activities.

3.7/5 - (13 votes)

Reference Sources

Subscribe
Notify of
5 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
Paula Anthony

My bones were killing me!! That’s why I decided one day to try some natural supplements so I could at least allievate some of this pain and guess what? It totally worked. Thank you Usana for this amazing supplement.

rulubenx

I’ve been using procosa and the results have been awesome. .. my joint pain has decreased drastically.

Brad Magnes

Been taking this product for 3 years now. Not a Usana rep just a multi product user and I could not bend my knees and have had knee and other joint pain since I was 19, my body is pain free, I run go to the gym and I can bend down in a baseball back catcher’s position completely pain free.

nancy

I was watching the Dr.Oz show, and Dr.Oz was explaining the benefits of Procosa. I cecided to give it a try as I believe in only taking all natural herbs opposed to an over the counter medication. I am completely amazed by how wonderful it works. I have arthritis very badly in my knees, and trying to walk up and down stairs is something I try to avoid because even though I’m 53 years old, I walk like my knees are atleast 100 years old and giving up on my..I have been taking Procosa for just over 3 weeks now, and I have seen and felt a remarkable difference..I can now, not only go up and down stairs with ease, but I can run up the stairs without any pain. I will not go a day without this product. Thank you so much for creating such an amazing product.

Diane Giovanniello

I take vitamin pack designed specifically for my nutritional needs from USANA ( procosa)
Is in my vitamin pack. Very high quality vitamin. Thank you Diane Giovanniello