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What
is glucosamine sulfate?
Glucosamine sulfate
is one of a number of amino sugars found in the human body. These amino sugars are
components of carbohydrates that are involved in the synthesis of many important
macro-molecules that the body uses for incorporation into the structure of tissues. A few
examples of macronutrients are as stated: glycoproteins, glycolipids, and
glycos-aminoglycans (mucopolysaccharides). Glucosamine, along with the formation of
macromolecules, helps in the formation of the nails, tendons, skin, eyes, bones,
ligaments, and heart valves. Substantial evidence indicates that it also plays a role in
the formation of mucous in the digestive, respiratory, and urinary tracts. Therefore it
can be possible that damage to these tissues can cause a deficiency in the amount of
glucosamine normally synthesized by the body.
- It is said that glucosamine sulfate
and the associated macro nutrients play a major role in the formation of cushioning
ingredients in the joint fluids and surrounding tissues; thus it has been associated
helping synovial fluid thicken and become more elastic in joints and vertebrae. This
synovial fluid in the joints can become thin and watery when the tissues surrounding these
areas become damaged causing other complications.
- Professor Rovati at the Rotta
Research Laboratorium in Monza has discovered that the glucosamine sulfate molecule
supports the metabolism of joint cartilage. His studies have also indicated that
glucosamine sulfate is an effective substance for the treatment of osteoarthritis.
Glucosamine sulfate was also discovered to have some anti-inflammatory properties. These
studies indicate that Glucosamine sulfate works to normalize damaged joint cartilage by
inhibiting free radical damage along with protecting joint cartilage from destructive
enzymes.
References:
1) The Arthritis Counselor, A supplement to Health Counselor
magazine, 1997.
2) Balch, James F., M.D., Balch, Phyllis A., C.N.C. (1997). Perception for Nutritional Healing, Second Edition,
p.55.
3) Optimal Nutrients. Glucosamine
Sulfate. (Brochure): For more information contact: Optimal Nutrients, 1163 Chess
Drive, Suite F, Foster City, CA 94404. |