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Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are substances found naturally in the body. Glucosamine is a form of amino sugar that is believed to play a role in cartilage formation and repair. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a large protein molecule (proteoglycan) that gives cartilage elasticity.
Both glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are sold as dietary or nutritional supplements. They are extracted from animal tissue: glucosamine from crab, lobster or shrimp shells; and chondroitin sulfate from animal cartilage, such as tracheas or shark cartilage.
Glucosamine Complex and Chondroitin Sulfate, work as a team, enhancing each other. Glucosamine and chondroitin help supply the nutrient building blocks for cartilage health which in turn,supplies the sulfur necessary for the integrity of connective tissue.
It's important to note that these supplements do not work instantly. Patience is required and depending on the individual, you may not see results for weeks or in some cases, even months. Equally important, once joint relief is achieved, you should continue taking these supplements to steadily increase your joint and cartiledge health.
What do they do?
Past studies show that some people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis (OA) taking either glucosamine or chondroitin sulfate reported pain relief at a level similar to that of nonsteroidal natural co-q10 drugs co-q-10 such as aspirin and ibuprofen. Some research indicates that the supplements might also slow cartilage damage in people with OA. Definitive results about the effects of these supplements are expected from an in-depth clinical study currently being conducted by the National Institutes of Health.
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