Glucosamine seems to relieve joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Glucosamine is a natural compound involved in cartilage function and joint health. Supplementing glucosamine may benefit joint health through: Overview Glucosamine is a critical precursor to the formation of cartilage, and is naturally found in the fluid surrounding joints. It is also present in … [Read more...]

Current research favors chondroitin as a way to combat the negative consequences of cartilage loss.  Chondroitin sulfate is a crucial structural component of cartilage. It is believed to aid joint health through: Overview Chondroitin, more accurately known as chondroitin sulfate (CS), is a glycosaminoglycan (GAG) compound known to be the main … [Read more...]

Structural protein collagen may reduce joint pain and inflammation. As the main structural protein of connective tissue, collagen is essential for proper joint function, and may provide specific benefits such as: Overview As the main structural protein in connective tissue, collagen is the most abundant type of protein found in humans and other mammals, accounting … [Read more...]

Are you looking to improve your joint health, reduce pain, and protect your joints from long-term damage and degradation? If yes, you need to make sure you're taking correct dosages of joint supplements. Take too little, and it won't be effective... take too much, and you're risking negative side effects. With so much confusing information out there, it can be difficult … [Read more...]

Are you interested in using natural supplements to reduce joint pain and improve joint health, but are not sure if these products are safe? In this article, I answer the question of safety of joint supplements from multiple angles, providing you with easy to digest, science-backed information on their potential side effects and what to look (out) for. Potential Side … [Read more...]