GLUCOSAMINE HCl POWDER - 500 GRAMS - Arthritis Relief

Glucosamine forms the building blocks of vital compounds called mucopolysaccharides, which are necessary for the construction and maintenance of virtually all connective tissue and lubricating fluid in the body, including tendons, ligaments, cartilage and synovial (joint) fluid.

Glucosamine has been shown in clinical trials for decades to be effective at easing the joint discomfort and largely increasing flexibility. Some studies even indicate that Glucosamine may help rebuild cartilage - something traditional NSAID pain relievers are unable to do. The research is there, scores of placebo controlled double blind studies report these same facts over and over.

Glucosamine (C6H14NO5) is an amino sugar that is utilized by the body to support healthy joint structures. It is unlike other sugars in that it is incorporated into the structure of tissues rather than being used as an energy source. Glucosamine is an important precursor in the biochemical synthesis of glycosylated proteins and lipids and studies indicate that Glucosamine provides the building blocks for constructing cartilage. Since Glucosamine is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans, and glycosaminoglycans are a major component of joint cartilage, supplementing with Glucosamine may help to rebuild cartilage and treat arthritis. Studies indicate that Glucosamine provides the building blocks for constructing cartilage.

Glucosamine is important for the formation and maintenance of nails, tendons, skin, eyes, bones, and heart valves it also plays a role in the mucous secretion of the digestive, respiratory, and urinary tracts. Glucosamine is an essential element in nutritional treatment of Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Paget's Disease, and TMJ and is important for fractures, sprains, strains, and injuries of the muscles and joints.

Glucosamine is ideal for athletes or those with arthritis or joint pain and is very beneficial as both a preventative measure as well as for helping to combat existing problems. Glucosamine absorbs and releases water with each step and thereby acts as a shock absorber for the joints offering long-term protection for athletes.

Warnings:  Pregnant or lactating women should check with their physician and/or pharmacist prior to taking dietary supplements.

Contains shellfish derivative. Persons with a known allergy to shellfish should not use this product.

Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy, wheat, sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

UNIVERSITY of MARYLAND SCHOOL of MEDICINE REPORT: Strong evidence from many well designed trials indicate that Glucosamine supplementation may be an effective treatment for osteoarthritis. In general, findings from these studies suggest that Glucosamine provides several benefits for people suffering from osteoarthritis including pain reduction (as effective as ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), improved function and mobility, and slowed progression or even prevention of joint destruction.  In comparison to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Glucosamine takes longer to begin working. However pain control lasts longer with Glucosamine and it causes fewer side effects. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's) may cause stomach upset, cramps, constipation, diarrhea, and in some cases, stomach ulcers.

Glucosamine HCl or Sulfate:  There is discussion over which of the two Glucosamine salts, hydrochloride or sulfate, is preferred for the treatment of osteoarthritis. The answer is straightforward - both salts, in the pure form, deliver equally effective amounts of the desired Glucosamine to joint cartilage. Some studies have shown the HCL to be more effective and some have shown the sulfate to be more effective, so it would be prudent to either try both individually and see which one works better for you.  Glucosamine by itself is unstable and needs a carrier molecule such as sulfate or HCL. In the end its the Glucosamine that offers the benefit and not the carrier molecule.

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