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Glucosamine is an amino sugar necessary for the construction of connective tissue and healthy cartilage. It is the critical building block of proteoglycans and other substances that form protective tissues. These proteoglycans are large protein molecures that act like a sponge to hold water giving connective tissues elasticity and cushioning effects. This also provides a buffering action to help protect us against excessive wear and tear of the joints. Without glucosamine, our tendons, ligaments, skin, nails, bones, mucous membranes and other body tissues cannot form properly. Normally we generate sufficient amounts of glucosamine in our bodies to form the various compounds needed to generate connective tissue and healthy cartilage. However, the rate at which our body uses glucosamine changes with increased athletic activity, poor diet and age. Factors such as injuries, may also affect the rate in which glucosamine is produced in the body. This being the case, our body may not be able to keep up with the demand for glucosamine. This in turn will lead to the decreased production of proteoglycans depleting the amount of protective lubricating substances that cushion and protect our joints from damage. Look After Your Joints: - Reduce the stress on your joints by using larger or stronger joints to carry things.
- Stretch your joints and muscles to keep them flexible. Tai chi recommended to help promote health, relaxation and stress relief. Yoga also recommended to stretch and flex the body plus breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques.
- Have a warm bath, heated pads or hot water bottle to reduce stiffness. Use a cold pack to reduce swelling.
- Complementary therapies such as homeopathy, acupuncture and osteopathy can help with pain as well as relax you
- Watch your posture as this plays an important role in maintaining overall health; ensuring your bones are properly aligned and your muscles, joints and ligaments function.
The Benefits: - Glucosamine occurs naturally in the body where it plays a role in the smooth working of joints and helps maintain connective tissue.
- necessary for the structure of cartilage and other connective tissues
- helps maintain joint mobility and flexibility
- helps maintain healthy joints, bones, ligaments and tendons
Nutritional Information:
Glucosamine Sulphate 2 KCL - Equivalent to 750mg glucosamine Sulphate 1000mg Suggested Intake:
1-2 daily or as recommended by a health professional Warning: Contains Shellfish Health Related Articles:
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