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Glucosamine and Chondroitin with MSM and Vitamin C
Maximum
Absorption!
Increases
joint flexibility and ease of movement!
Scientifically
validated ingredients!
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Our Glucosamine Chondroitin with MSM and Vitamin C Liquid Formula supports
joint flexibility and
mobility. It is the specific combination of ingredients in a highly assimilable form,
that helps to maximize effectiveness. Glucosamine and chondroitin
sulfates are metabolic precursors of normal cartilage. This combination helps to
lubricate joints and nourish cartilage and connective tissue.
General
Product Information:
What Is
Glucosamine?:
Glucosamine, is a natural substance found
in the body and made from the combination of a sugar (glucose) and an amine,
derived from the amino acid, glutamine. Available throughout the body, but found
largely in the cartilage, Glucosamine is an important part of the mucopolysaccharides which form the proteoglycans which provide structure to the
bones, cartilage, skin, nails, hair and other body tissues. It is thus essential
for healthy cartilage, and to maintain healthy joints and pain-free mobility. It
is essentially non-toxic even in doses many times greater than those needed for
relief.
What Is
Chondroitin?:
Formed from a long chain of sugar
molecules, chondroitin acts like a 'liquid magnet', helping to attract fluid
into the proteoglycan molecules. This is important for two reasons: 1. The fluid
acts as spongy shock absorber, and also sweeps nutrients into the cartilage. 2.
Joint cartilage has no blood supply which means its nourishment and lubrication
comes from the liquid which enters and leaves the cartilage as pressure is
applied to the joint.
What Is MSM?
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane)
supplies the mineral sulfur, a vital building block of joints, cartilage, skin,
hair, and nails. MSM is a naturally-occurring nutrient found in small amounts of
many foods. MSM can be taken alone or in combination with other joint health
supplements, such as glucosamine and chondroitin.
Published, peer-reviewed clinical research in the U.S. has shown MSM is safe and
effective in increasing joint comfort and supporting a normal range of motion.
After several reports that MSM helped arthritis in animal models, a
double-blind, placebo-controlled study suggested that 1500 mg per day MSM (alone
or in combination with glucosamine sulfate) was helpful in relieving symptoms of
knee osteoarthritis. (Usha PR, Naidu MUR. Clin Drug Invest 2004;24(6):353–63.)
What Causes The
Pain In Arthritis?:
As the result of injury or aging,
joint function is often impaired when cartilage, the protective covering at the
end of the bones, breaks down. Loss of cartilage can lead to damage of the bone
and eventually the development of osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease
resulting in pain and disability. Recent research suggests that the health and
function of the cartilage depends on the availability of special nutrients which
include Vitamin C and two complex sugar-like molecules called Glucosamine and
Chondroitin. When taken in the diet, glucosamine and chondroitin may actually
help to rebuild cartilage and improve joint health, which offers a simple way to
help maintain healthy joints and reduce the problems associated with cartilage
breakdown and even osteoarthritis itself!
What Exactly Is
Cartilage?:
Cartilage is a watery substance, made up of
some 65 to 80% of water plus collagen and proteoglycans which form the cartilage
matrix, and special cells called chondrocytes. Collagen and proteoglycans are
the substances which confer the amazing resilience and shock absorption
qualities of cartilage and make it possible for the ends of the bones to slide
effortlessly and smoothly across each other. Thus glucosamine and chondroitin
sulphates are an essential part of the structure of cartilage. Collagen, a vital
part of cartilage is a primary connective tissue, which exists in various forms
and performs many different functions. Acting rather like an adhesive or
glue-like substance throughout the body, it helps maintain structure and in
cartilage it provides a framework to hold the proteoglycans in place as well as
providing elasticity and shock-absorbency. Proteoglycans, are huge, complex
molecules composed of proteins and sugars. They interlink with the collagen
fibers, forming a dense matrix or network inside the cartilage, making it
resilient so that it can stretch when we move, and spring back into place.
Proteoglycans also trap water from the tissues, acting like a sponge giving
cartilage the flexibility needed to compensate for constant movement in the
joint. Chondrocytes are special cells found throughout the cartilage matrix
which produce new collagen and proteoglycan molecules to help ensure sufficient
of these vital substances are available. However, the chondrocytes also produce
special enzymes which break down ageing collagen and proteoglycan molecules, so
that if the collagen which wears out is not replaced, joint problems are likely
to develop.
How Much Is Enough?:
Several studies have shown
that most users need 1250mg to 1500mg of Glucosamine Sulphate and around 1000 to
1200mg of Chondroitin Sulphate daily. You should start to feel the
benefits after just 2 months.
Suggested Dosage:
8 oz. - 1/2 tablespoon daily. Approximately
30 servings per bottle. Mixed with water or your favorite fruit juice.
Best taken in conjunction with a quality protein source such as our
Whey Protein Gold Isolate.
Warning:
The glucosamine in this product is
derived from shellfish. Those allergic to shellfish should avoid this product.
We do offer vegetarian glucosamine in our
Liquid Power™
Important Notice: Only your doctor can properly
diagnose and treat any disease or disorder.
Before starting the use of any nutritional supplement, it is important
to consult with your doctor. The statements on this web site have
not been evaluated by the U.S. Food Drug Administration. These products
are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Information on the site is educational information only and does
not warrant, imply or guarantee any result or cure.
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