The body manufactures glucosamine necessary to protect the cartilage. When the body produces less glocusamine, following a disability or due to aging, the cartilage degenerates. Cartilage is an elastic fabric that protects the ends of bones. In the absence of glucosamine, fragments of cartilage break off and cause pain. Osteoarthritis develops.
Synthetic glucosamine is made from chitin extracted from the exoskeletons of crustaceans. This product is sold in pharmacies as, inter alia, caplet. It appears that glucosamine slows the deterioration of cartilage and provides relief for pain after a few weeks. Typically, the dosage is one caplet of 500 mg with each meal. There is usually no significant side effects when does not exceed the basic dose, 1500 mg.
Diabetics should consult their doctor before the absorption of glucosamine. Pregnant women and people allergic to shellfish should not use this product. For people with hypertension, it is suggested to avoid glucosamine supplements contain sodium.
22 avril 2010
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