GLUCS-4009 GLUCOSAMINE MSM CHONDROITIN GLUCOSAMINE MSM CHONDROITIN 100 tablets NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT FOR HEALTHY JOINTS Human connective tissue is subjected to constant stress that can result in a variety of disorders including arthritis, joint inflammation, and stiffness. These types of afflictions effect millions of Americans on a daily basis.Connective tissue is naturally equipped to repair itself by manufacturing collagen and proteo-glycans, two key components of connective tissue. Proteoglycans form the framework for the production of collagen and the elasticity of cartilage and connective tissue. Glucosamine sulfate provides the primary substrate for the production of collagen and proteo-glycan synthesis. A deficiency in the conversion of glucose to Glucosamine is the rate-limiting step in the production of proteoglycans and the formation of connective tissue. Research indicates that glu-cosamine sulfate can aid in osteoarthritis, joint pain, and damaged tendons and ligaments. CARTILAGE AND OSTEO-ARTHRITIS: Chondroitin sulfate is a major component of proteoglycans and provides a substrate for the synthesis of cartilage. Some researchers suggest that the sulfate molecules are re-used by the body in the synthesis of connective tissue. Although Chondroitin sulfate is an important compound in the production of connective tissue, the use of whole trachea cartilage may be more beneficial. Trachea cartilage (from bovine) contains large amounts of Chondroitin sulfate and Type II collagen that can stimulate the production of anti-inflammatory compounds. Dr. J. Prudden MD., has treated numerous arthritic patients with bovine trachea cartilage and has found that it reduces inflammation and helps promote the synthesis of cartilage and connective tissue. Dr. Prudden tested the effects of oral bovine cartilage on several hundred cases of osteo-arthritis. The results indicated that over 59% of the patients experienced excellent results and 26% showed significant improvement. The average length of treatment was six to eight weeks and no side effects were noted. CARTILAGE AND RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS: Rheumatoid arthritis is classified as an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks its own tissues. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is extremely painful and afflicts millions of Americans. Current research involves the use of cartilage in the reduction of pain and inflammation in RA. Clinical studies using chicken trachea cartilage demonstrated significant improvement in the above areas when compared to the placebo group. The above trial was a double-blind study that was conducted for 90 days and involved the use of small amounts of collagen from trachea tissue. Research in the use of collagen protein suggests that cartilage extracts can act as immuno-suppressants by altering T-cell activity around the inflamed joints or tissues. The use of glucosamine sulfate and trachea cartilage complex may be more effective than using glucosamine and pure Chondroitin sulfate. This exceptional combination may elicit anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressive activity when taken as a nutritional aid in osteo and rheumatoid arthritis. MSM AND THE JOINTS: Methyl Sulfonyl Methane (MSM) is a readily absorbable source of sulfur, an element that is essential to good health. Sulfur is critical in the formation of collagen and plays a key role in the production of disulfide bonds which hold the molecular strands of connective tissue together. MSM has also been shown to help reduce inflammation of the joints. HERBAL SUPPORT: Joint formulas should also utilize standardized extracts of Boswellian and Turmeric which have been used to help reduce inflamed tissue and joints. Manganese is an important co-factor in the formation of cartilage and vertebral discs. REFERENCES: Drovanti et al., "Therapeutic activity of oral glucosamine sulfate in osteoarthrosis", Therap. Vol3:4, 260-272, (1980). Rovetta G., "Glycosaminoglycuronoglycan Sulfate (mat-rix) in therapy of tibiofibular osteoarthritis of the knee;" Drugs in Experimental and Clinical Research; voM8:1, 53-57, (1991). Trentham DE et al., "Oral collagen for rheumatoid arthritis." Science, 261:1727-1730; 1993. NOTE: These statements have not been evaluated by the PDA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you have medical problems seek a professional. Supplement Facts 90 Tablets per Bottle SUGGESTED USE: As a dietary supplement take two to four tablets per day with water or juice. On sale... 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