Glucosamine & Chondroitin with ConcenTrace Minerals Healthy cartilage depends heavily on many factors including water retention, protection from destructive enzymes and ample nourishment. NOW Glucosamine/Chondroitin Sulfate is a perfectly balanced blend of two naturally occuring elements that may assist the joints in establishing mobility that is not only normal and healthy, but free and easy as well. By increasing water retention (a natural cushion) in the joints, the combination of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate has been shown to protect joint tissue, and may even provide the materials necessary to naturally repair damaged or eroded cartilage. What is glucosamine? Glucosamine is composed of glucose and glutamine (an amino acid). It is utilized by chondrocytes to form glycosaminoglycans (GSG's) and proteoglycans. Both of these constituents attract and bind water into cartilage, increasing resiliency. How is glucosamine manufactured? Glucosamine is supplied mostly by China. The shells of shrimp and crabs have their proteins and minerals removed producing Chitin or poly N-acetylglucosamine. Manufacturers use acid with a depolymerizing and deacetylating process to produce glucosamine hydrochloride or glucosamine sulfate. What is the source of your Chondroitin, and is it BSE free? NOW Chondroitin is derived from bovine tracheal tissue. The cattle are raised in China. As with all of our raw materials, we screen Chondroitin very carefully for the presence of any undesirable microbes, and is BSE Free. Supplement Facts Serving Size: 4 capsules Amount Per Serving % Daily Value Calories 10 Total Carbohydrate 2 g <1% Sodium 110 mg 4% Magnesium (from ConcenTrace) 60 mg 15% Glucosamine HCI 1.5 g (1,500 mg) Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate (from Bovine Cartilage) 1.20 g (1,200 mg) ConcenTrace Trace Minerals (with Alfalfa) 800 mg Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 4 Glucosamine & Chondroitin capsules daily. Take 2 capsules twice daily with meals or on an empty stomach. Free of: yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, milk, sugar, soy, preservatives. Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule), Silica and Magnesium Stearate
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