Glucosamine

Glucosamine

Description

Glucosamine sulfate is a small molecule used by the body as a building block for cartilage, the material covering bones on the surface of joints. It has been found to be effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis, a condition involving the destruction of cartilage, which eventually results in pain and loss of joint motion. Glucosamine is sometimes combined with chondroitin sulfate, a molecule that lubricates joint surfaces and prevents the breakdown of cartilage. However, chondroitin sulfate is poorly absorbed when taken by mouth and may not have much effect. In several short-term studies, glucosamine has been found to be as effective as ibuprofen in reducing the pain of osteoarthritis.

Why athletes use it

Athletes use glucosamine to prevent breakdown of cartilage, ligaments, and tendons.

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Jul 18, 2016 | Posted by admin in SPORT MEDICINE | Comments Off

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