by The Puritan's Pride Editorial Team
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A joint is where two bones and their respective connective tissues come together. They are responsible for absorbing the stresses on our bodies during movement and weight-bearing activities. With there being 206 bones in the adult body, you can imagine that there are also a lot of joints. Some of these joints are fixed in place or only offer slight movement, including the joints where the pelvis bones are fused together.
However, the most common type of joints in the body are movable (synovial) joints, and their structure dictates their type of movement. For example, the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder allows rotation in many directions, whereas the hinge joint of the elbow bends and straightens the arm in one direction.
One of the most well-known joint supplements, glucosamine is a compound found in nearly all human tissues, especially connective tissue. The highest concentrations of glucosamine in the human body are found in cartilage. Glucosamine is especially great for anyone seeking supplemental ingredients found within joints and connective tissue.
Whether it be daily walks, a rigorous yoga practice, or simply running errands, we know you are always on the move. Glucosamine supplements can help increase your intake of this nutrient naturally found within your joints.
From Puritan’s Pride, this formula offers a smaller dose of glucosamine that can be taken two times throughout the day to deliver this important nutrient to your joints.
The recommended daily dose of glucosamine, take this caplet once daily with a meal.
Chondroitin is another compound found naturally in the joints and works together with glucosamine.
This supplement contains several ingredients, including glucosamine. It contains 1,500 mg of glucosamine HCL, 1,000 mg of MSM, vitamin C, ginger root extract, and white willow extract.
It is a key structural component in cartilage and, as a dietary supplement, can be absorbed into the body. Supplementing with 1500 mg of glucosamine a day is the most recommended dosage.
The most common source of glucosamine used in dietary supplements is shellfish. The hard exoskeletons of crustaceans, such as crabs and shrimp, contain a substance called chitin. Chitin is a source of glucosamine and acts as the starting material for many dietary supplements. Glucosamine can also be found in the cell walls of plants and fungi, making shellfish-free forms of glucosamine available. For example, Puritan’s Pride offers a vegetarian glucosamine supplement.
From competitive athletes to laid-back retirees, glucosamine is the ideal supplement for anyone looking to provide their body with compounds naturally found within the joints. Those with occupations that require long periods of standing, walking long distances, or a heavy physical workload are especially good candidates, as these activities can cause stress on joints. Joints are responsible for movement, so taking care of them is important for healthy aging. Staying active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
Although glucosamine is naturally produced by the body, levels of glucosamine may decline with age. There are no major food sources of glucosamine, so it is challenging to get it in your daily diet without help from supplementation.
As a dietary supplement, this product is intended to be taken every day to provide a key component of joint connective tissue.
Physical activity can improve joint comfort as well as joint function and quality of life. Strengthening the muscles around a joint helps to stabilize the joint itself, improving joint comfort. Incorporate weights, resistance bands, and calisthenics into your exercise routine at least two days a week. Flexibility training such as yoga and stretching should be performed daily to maintain range of motion. Low-impact aerobic activities such as walking, cycling, swimming, and light dancing are all beneficial for mobility and heart health. Before starting an exercise program, we recommend consulting with a healthcare professional.
Glucosamine is a nutrient with levels in the body that may decline with age. As such, it should be consumed on a regular basis. Just as you would take a multivitamin every day to ensure your body is getting all the vitamins and minerals it needs, glucosamine should be taken daily to deliver this nutrient to your joints.
While it’s true that glucosamine is naturally found in the body, this does not mean that supplementation is not important. There are many nutrients produced in the body that can still be important as a dietary supplement. For example, vitamin D is produced in the body when you’re exposed to sunlight. Despite this, taking vitamin D as a supplement can contribute to obtaining optimal levels of this important nutrient. Even if you do not choose to supplement with vitamin D, there are food sources of vitamin D available such as eggs and fortified milk. Unfortunately, there are no major dietary sources of glucosamine, making supplements even more important.
There are no major food sources of glucosamine. Although glucosamine can be sourced from shellfish, it comes from the hard outer shell- not the part you eat. By supplementing with Puritan’s Pride glucosamine products, you can be sure you are getting this important nutrient.
It is true that most of the glucosamine in dietary supplements is sourced from shellfish. However, shellfish is not the only source of glucosamine available. Glucosamine can also be extracted from the cell walls of plants to make supplements. Puritan’s Pride offers a shellfish-free glucosamine that is sourced from corn. Vegetarians and anyone else looking to avoid shellfish can still increase their intake of glucosamine by choosing a shellfish-free version. Anyone with a shellfish allergy is advised to carefully read product labels before purchasing.
Repetitive movements performed in certain sports, such as running, may cause wear and tear on the joints. Glucosamine may be a particularly good choice for active individuals who are looking to provide their bodies with a key structural component of cartilage. But that doesn’t mean that glucosamine supplements are only intended for the elite athlete. Glucosamine is ideal for anyone since levels can decline with age. Whether it be daily walks or just running errands, staying active is important for everyone.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
