Frequently Asked Questions
What is glucosamine?
What is chondroitin and what does it do?
Are there any side effects?
How much research has been done on glucosamine?
Who could benefit from taking this product?
Why is glucosamine HCl and not glucosamine sulfate used?
I would like to return this product for a refund. What should I do?
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What is glucosamine?
Glucosamine is a natural substance found in the body’s cartilage. It plays an important role in the health and resiliency of joints and cartilage.* Nutritional supplements source glucosamine from chitin, a substance that forms the skeleton of shellfish.
Natural glucosamine levels decline with age and may lead to joint discomfort. Natural glucosamine is designed to support joint health to help maintain an active lifestyle.*
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What is chondroitin and what does it do?
Chondroitin is a vital compound in connective tissue that is partly responsible for building and supporting the basic substance of cartilage.* Chondroitin is one of the molecules that helps attract and hold water, which aids in keeping joint membranes fluidized.* This can have a rejuvenating effect on cells and tissues and assist in joint mobility and range of motion.* Joint tissue contains chondroitin, but its natural production declines with age. Supplemental chondroitin can help support normal joint tissue functioning.*
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Are there any side effects?
When used as suggested, there appears to be no significant side effects or toxicity. However, as with any nutritional supplement, consumers should consult their healthcare professional before taking.
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How much research has been done on glucosamine?
Glucosamine has been studied in veterinary science for decades. Beginning approximately 15 years ago, the medical community began to research its effectiveness in humans. Glucosamine is now well accepted by the medical community.
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Who could benefit from taking this product?
Almost all active individuals. Common activities such as yard work, athletics and housework all require healthy joints. It is particularly useful for older men and women, as well as serious athletes who consistently put stress on joints and muscles.*
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Why is glucosamine HCl and not glucosamine sulfate used?
Both forms of glucosamine have been used extensively in clinical trials with excellent results. Glucosamine HCl is used because it is about 25% more pure than glucosamine sulfate and is a more usable form of glucosamine by the body. In fact, the National Institutes of Health is currently conducting a large scale glucosamine clinical trial using glucosamine HCI, not glucosamine sulfate. Additionally, unlike glucosamine sulfate, the HCl form contains only trace amounts of sodium and no sulfur, which is important to many glucosamine users who are concerned about their sodium intake, and the possible interference of sulfur with certain medications they may be taking.
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I would like to return this product for a refund. What should I do?
Please read our Return Policy.
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