What it is
Ursolic acid is a triterpene found in apple peels, used to support joint and musculoskeletal health. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults.
Supplement · Athletic Recovery & Performance
Ursolic Acid
300 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
joint stiffnessmuscle-weaknessjoint pain jointmusclebone
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How it works
Ursolic acid primarily acts on joints and muscles, with effects on joint comfort typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks. Consistency is key for achieving benefits in this category.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address joint stiffness, muscle weakness, joint pain. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results with Ursolic Acid for joint comfort?
Benefits for joint comfort are typically observed within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent use.
Can Ursolic Acid be combined with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a healthcare professional if you are on prescription medication that affects similar pathways.
What are the common side effects of Ursolic Acid?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses, but mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for joint and musculoskeletal health
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Ursolic Acid — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Ursolic Acid
Ursolic Acid is a athletic recovery & performance supplement used to support joint and musculoskeletal health. Apple-peel triterpene for muscle and metabolism. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a western-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Ursolic Acid works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the joints, muscles, bones, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for joint comfort. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Ursolic Acid carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for joint and musculoskeletal health. Apple-peel triterpene for muscle and metabolism. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for joint comfort, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 300 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address joint stiffness, muscle weakness, joint pain. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Athletic Recovery & Performance category, Ursolic Acid can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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