Most people with aching joints will have heard about the benefits of glucosamine. Arthritis sufferers are now frequently recommended to try this nutrient, even by some doctors, to help delay, halt or even reverse the aches and pains caused by the debilitating loss of protective joint tissues commonly associated with arthritis.
Not only those with arthritis benefit from glucosamine. Active individuals, weekend warriors, trades people, office workers or even musicians may also find supporting joint health with glucosamine helpful for relieving niggling discomforts.
Glucosamine may help rebuild cushioning connective tissues and support the reduction of inflammation thereby helping alleviate pain. The safety profile of glucosamine is far superior to the commonly prescribed NSAIDS, especially in regards to the gastrointestinal side effects associated with the newer generation of these drugs.
Glucosamine sulphate and glucosamine hydrochloride are the most common forms of supplemental glucosamine. Both forms provide equally bioavailable glucosamine for absorption in the small intestine. Glucosamine sulphate is the more clinically studied form, providing approximately 74% bioavailable Glucosamine. Glucosamine Hydrochloride (HCl) is considered by some to be superior, as the HCl form does not require stabilisation, enhances digestion and provides more than 90% glucosamine.
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(Originally published in Health & Herbal News Magazine Volume 17, Issue 3)