7 Reasons Orthopedic Patients Are Trying Ocean Minerals Before Knee Surgery
Dr. Research Team
January 2025
Dr. Research Team
January 2025
When surgeons quote a 94% success rate for knee replacement, they're talking about implant survival — the hardware stayed in place. That's it.
They're not measuring whether you're happy. Whether you can do the things you love. Whether you'd make the same choice again.
When one surgeon anonymously surveyed 312 of his own patients, 24% said they actively regretted having surgery. They weren't just disappointed — they were functionally worse than before. Different discomfort patterns. Chronic stiffness. Activities they used to do? Gone.
And those satisfaction surveys your hospital sends? They're collected six weeks after surgery — before the long-term reality sets in.
The numbers you're being quoted don't tell the whole story.
Here's the part most surgeons were never taught.
Your joint cartilage is 80% water. That water is literally the cushion between your bones. When it's properly hydrated, your joints move smoothly and comfortably.
But modern food has been stripped of the minerals that help cartilage hold water. Since 1950, soil has lost 52% of its magnesium, 41% of its calcium, 27% of its potassium, and 63% of its silica.
Without these minerals, cartilage slowly dries out. It compresses. Hardens. On an X-ray, it looks like the cartilage is gone. But in many cases, it's severely dehydrated — not destroyed.
That's a massive difference. Because dehydrated cartilage can potentially be rehydrated. A removed knee cannot be un-replaced.
The same surgeon identified five minerals essential for cartilage to hold water — all found in concentrated levels in ocean-derived sea moss:
Iodine & Potassium — regulate water flow into cartilage cells
Silica — builds the collagen matrix that gives cartilage its structure
Magnesium & Calcium — enhance mineral absorption and utilization
These aren't random vitamins. They're the specific compounds your cartilage needs to maintain its water content — the exact minerals modern diets no longer provide.
Sea moss from deep ocean waters delivers all five in bioavailable form, meaning your body can actually absorb and use them.
Over four years, one orthopedic practice offered 94 surgical candidates a simple alternative: try 14 weeks of targeted mineral repletion before committing to surgery.
The results?
72% avoided or significantly delayed surgery. They kept their natural knees and returned to activities they'd given up — walking, working, playing with grandchildren.
The 28% who didn't respond? They simply proceeded with the surgery they were already planning. No time lost. No harm done.
But the majority never needed that operating room.
This is where it gets practical.
Natural Rems Sea Moss Gummies combine all five cartilage-hydrating ocean minerals with 11 additional compounds that support absorption, reduce inflammation, and optimize your body's ability to use those minerals:
Ashwagandha to lower stress (stress depletes minerals faster). Turmeric and Ginger to calm inflammation that blocks nutrient flow. Black Seed Oil and Elderberry for immune support. Burdock Root and Chlorophyll to detoxify. Yellow Dock and Dandelion for liver health. Apple Cider Vinegar for digestion. Manuka Honey for natural healing. Bladder Wrack for thyroid support. Vitamins D3 and C for bone health. And Black Pepper — which boosts absorption of everything else by up to 2,000%.
16 ingredients. One gummy. Once a day.
Let's talk numbers.
A knee replacement costs $18,000–$28,000 in surgical fees alone. Add facility costs, physical therapy, lost income during recovery, and you're looking at $40,000+ total.
Recovery takes 3–6 months. And if you land in that 24% who regret it, you're stuck with a metal joint for life. There's no undo button.
Trying Natural Rems first? A fraction of the cost. Zero recovery time. Zero surgical risk. And if it doesn't work, surgery is still right there waiting.
One path is irreversible. The other keeps every option on the table.
Surgery will always be there if you need it. It's not going anywhere.
But your natural knee? Once it's removed, it's gone forever.
Before you make an irreversible decision, it makes sense to try the reversible option first. That's not alternative medicine — that's just smart medicine.
“I was two weeks from knee replacement surgery when I tried Natural Rems. Twelve weeks later, I canceled that surgery. I'm back hiking, working in my shop, and living my life. My natural knee is still mine.”
— Michael R.
Verified Buyer
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Common Questions
Most joint supplements use synthetic glucosamine or chondroitin. Natural Rems delivers the 5 specific ocean minerals your cartilage needs to maintain hydration—the actual root cause of joint discomfort. These are the same minerals modern soil has been depleted of, delivered in bioavailable form your body can actually absorb.
Most people notice initial improvement within 2-4 weeks as minerals begin rehydrating cartilage tissue. Full results typically occur around 12-14 weeks—roughly the same timeline the orthopedic protocol follows. That's why we offer a full 90-day guarantee.
Absolutely. Natural Rems is simply food-based ocean minerals and botanicals. Many people try it during the pre-surgery waiting period. If it works, you can cancel or postpone. If it doesn't, you proceed as planned—no time lost, no harm done.
You're protected by a 90-day money-back guarantee. That's 12+ weeks to let the minerals do their work. If you don't notice significant improvement in how your joints feel, contact us for a full refund—no questions asked. Compare that to surgery's no-refund policy.
Natural Rems contains food-based ocean minerals and botanicals. However, if you're on prescription medications or have existing health conditions, consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement. This is especially important if you're on blood thinners or thyroid medication.