Posted on September 8, 2007 in Latest News
How is Osteoarthritis caused?
Osteoarthritis is caused when the tough elastic material that covers and protects the ends of bones becomes rough and thin. This causes the bone underneath it thicken.
What is Glucosamine?
Glucosamine is a an amino sugar. It exists naturally in our body. Glucosamine is essential for the construction of connective tissue and healthy cartilage. It helps to build and repair cartilage. As we grow older, our body stops generating Glucosamine. When our body is not able to keep up with the demand for Glucosamine, the cartilage and the synovial fluid that protects joints from damage starts degenerating.
How does it work?
Glucosamine rebuilds the cartilage and makes the synovial fluid thick and gelatinous so that it can hold more water and thus improves its cushioning ability. This reduces friction between the joints.
How to take Glucosamine?
You can easily find Glucosamine supplement at your nearby pharmacy. It is usually available as Glucosamine Chondroitin in the form of tablets. It is a slow acting supplement so you have to be patient for a month or so to finally start seeing its effects. You may require about 1,500mg of Glucosamine per day. The product is also available in powder, syrup and cream form. Liquid or Syrup form is said to be the best form to take. You can avoid the cream for because there is no evidence that Glucosamine can be absorbed through the skin.
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