Hyaluronic acid is well known for being useful in beauty products.

However, the popular acid is also available in supplement form and is thought to help improve several conditions.

It tends to be centralized in the eyes and joints, as well as in the skin.

Hyaluronic acid supplements

The supplement helps increase flexibility and movement while also decreasing pain.

Hyaluronic acid can also help ease inflammation in the esophagus because of acid reflux.

It also helps the esophageal lining rebuild and repair.

Woman with joint pain

Faster healing helps prevent infection.

According toWebMD, it may also be effective in treating ulcers due to varicose veins stemming from poor circulation.

Researchers also identified higher amounts of skin elasticity.

Woman looking at her face in the mirror

Another area that can be improved by hyaluronic acid is the eyes.

Always check with your doctor before taking a new supplement.