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AOR AOR - P.E.A.K Activate, 90 vcaps

AOR P.E.A Activate - Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a long-chain fatty acid naturally produced by the body but also found in foods such as egg yolk, soy and sunflower oils. This molecule, researched for its unique and varied health benefits for eighty years, is now receiving attention because of its crucial role in the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is a lipid communication network with critical physiological functions. It is a signaling network that communicates with other systems throughout the body, helping to regulate them. PEA is an endocannabinoid produced locally by the cells, and it accumulates in tissues following an injury, physical stress or pain. By inhibiting the activation of mast cells that cause additional inflammation (such as the release of histamine), PEA acts as a potent anti-inflammatory agent. This unique molecule has other direct and indirect mechanisms of action; it even enhances the action of other endocannabinoids through its “entourage effect”. The PEA molecule has been clinically demonstrated to relieve pain in osteoarthritis of the knee as well as to reduce symptoms of low back pain. This mighty little molecule is well tolerated.

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $44.68 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Cartilage and connective tissue: Supports the structures that keep joints moving comfortably.
Mobility and recovery: For active bodies and everyday wear alike.
Skin, hair and nails too: Collagen support that shows beyond the joints.

Best suited to: dealing with ongoing knee or low back discomfort, wants an endocannabinoid-system approach without cbd, sensitive to common anti-inflammatory ingredients.

What the research supports

Each capsule is 400 mg palmitoylethanolamide, taken three times daily for 1200 mg total. The bottle is a 30-day supply.

Chronic joint and nerve pain trials use 300 to 1200 mg of PEA a day.

Joint comfort (evidence: moderate, from randomized controlled trial): PEA calms overactive immune cells called mast cells that drive pain and swelling around a joint. Trials at doses near 1200 mg a day report less reported joint pain than placebo.
Lower back pain (evidence: moderate, from randomized controlled trial): The same mast cell calming action extends to nerve-related pain lower in the back. Several trials report reduced pain scores, though sample sizes are often small.
Inflammation (evidence: limited, from mechanistic, animal study): PEA is a fatty compound your body already makes at sites of tissue stress, and it dials down mast cell and histamine activity there. Broader anti-inflammatory claims beyond joint and nerve pain rely mostly on lab and animal work.

Read the literature: Joint comfort on PubMed, Lower back pain on PubMed, Inflammation on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

dealing with ongoing knee or low back discomfort: the 1200 mg daily dose matches what was used in trials measuring PEA's effect on osteoarthritis knee pain and low back pain symptoms.
wants an endocannabinoid-system approach without CBD: PEA works on similar mast cell and inflammatory pathways as cannabinoids but isn't derived from cannabis and isn't psychoactive.
sensitive to common anti-inflammatory ingredients: PEA is described as well tolerated and the capsule itself only contains microcrystalline cellulose as filler.

Look elsewhere if

wants relief within a few days: PEA does not work on that timescale. The human studies read out over weeks of three-times-daily use, so plan on a month at minimum or spend the money on something faster.
expecting fast, dramatic pain relief: PEA studies generally show gradual improvement over weeks, so something with faster-acting anti-inflammatory action might suit an acute flare-up better.
only wants to take one pill a day: this dosing schedule requires three capsules spread through the day, so a once-daily formula would fit a simpler routine better even if the total PEA dose is lower.

What to expect

Most people taking PEA at this dose in studies didn't notice dramatic changes in the first week or two, with meaningful reductions in joint or back discomfort typically building over four to eight weeks of consistent use.

How it compares

Compared with a standard turmeric or curcumin capsule: PEA targets mast cell activation and the endocannabinoid system specifically, a different mechanism than curcumin's broader antioxidant and inflammatory pathway action. The tradeoff: PEA capsules taken three times daily cost more over a month and require more consistent dosing than a single daily curcumin capsule.

Product details

Medicinal ingredients: Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)ǂ*, ǂ Genuine Italian Source
Ingredient form: vcaps
Servings per container: 90
Suggested use: Take one capsule three times daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.
Country of manufacture: Canada
Independent testing: ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications: Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Brand: AOR

How to take it

Take one capsule three times daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains

Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)ǂ*: 400mg
ǂ Genuine Italian Source

Non-medicinal ingredients

Microcrystalline cellulose. Capsule: hypromellose.

Interactions and cautions

Medications: May interact with certain prescription medications. Review with your pharmacist if you take daily medication.
Timing: Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General: Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - P.E.A.K Activate

Is this the genuine, authentic product?: Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?: We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?: Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?: You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.