Joint Care

[Cookie]

Glucosamine Sulphate Few people realize that glucosamine is actually a combination of the amino acid glutamine and the sugar glucose. It is found primarily in joint cartilage. The body incorporates supplemental glucosamine into molecules called proteoglycans, which are part of joint cartilage and work to maintain the integrity of the joint and repair damaged cartilage. Research shows that glucosamine stimulates the generation of new cartilage by activating cartilage-producing cells known as chondrocytes. As a result, and as numerous studies confirm, glucosamine can help to alleviate the signs and symptoms of the joint wear and tear that can occur with heavy training. In fact, one study showed that glucosamine was as effective as ibuprofen for alleviating symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knee.

Curcumin Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric, which is a spice used in many curry dishes. Research confirms that curcumin relieves pain and inflammation in patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. Research also shows that it is actually superior to some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for alleviating inflammation following surgery. A study from University of Arizona (Tucson) reported that rats given turmeric extracts after being injected with an arthritis-inducing solution had a 70% greater reduction in cartilage destruction than rats given a placebo. Curcumin's ability to protect joints stems from its active ingredients, curcuminoids, which can inhibit a protein that instigates chemical steps in the body that result in inflammation.

Stack it like this Take 1,500-2,000 milligrams of glucosamine per day, in two or three divided doses. For curcumin, take 200-500 mg of turmeric-containing supplements that are standardized to 95% curcumin, two or three times per day.
— Jim Stoppani, PhD

References: R. Braham et al., \"The effect of glucosamine supplementation on people experiencing regular knee pain," British Journal of Sports Medicine, 37:45-49,2003; J. Funk et al., \"Efficacy and mechanism of action of turmeric supplements in the treatment of experimental arthritis," Arthritis & Rheumatism, 54(11)3452-64,2006.

[Scott]

For curcumin, take 200-500 mg of turmeric-containing supplements that are standardized to 95% curcumin

where abouts would you find this?
couldnt find any on zipvit. H&B had one with ginger and stuff in it..... dunno.

also... do we agree with the article? 1.5 - 2 gram glucosamine per day, would that be about right with or without the curcumin?

joint care is something Im wanting to start sorting out.

[samurai69]

i take 4 1000mg tablets per day now

as far as the tumeric.........i knew about its A I effects, but never seen tablets for it here......i always use loads in my curries, but it does stain everything yellow


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[Scott]

yeah... I dont eat curries

I noticed that maximuscles 'ache free' supp has 95% curcumin in it along with the glucosamine, chodriton and stuff. Far too expensive of course

[Cookie]

where abouts would you find this?
couldnt find any on zipvit. H&B had one with ginger and stuff in it..... dunno.

also... do we agree with the article? 1.5 - 2 gram glucosamine per day, would that be about right with or without the curcumin?

joint care is something Im wanting to start sorting out.

Ginger is good for the circulation, I will be asking my local herbalist this week about the turmeric stuff & if he hasn`t got them ask wether it`ll be alright just to add a little to some milk or hot drink.

[Scott]

ok... zipvit have them I was looking under curcumin but better luck with a search on tumeric, also is the 95% dealie.

[Scott]

just ordered some Glucosamine & turmeric (95% Curcumin ) I fully expect to be bulletproof within the week.

[Cookie]

just ordered some Glucosamine & turmeric (95% Curcumin ) I fully expect to be bulletproof within the week.

If they work for you then I`ll look into getting some.

Remember you need to take glucosamine everyday for 8 weeks to get full benefits.

NO MISSED DAYS

[Scott]

If they work for you then I`ll look into getting some.

Remember you need to take glucosamine everyday for 8 weeks to get full benefits.

NO MISSED DAYS

AH yes! now that you mention that, I remember the 8 week thing. ok.... bulletproof in 8 weeks then.

will it kick in at all when you first start taking it or does it need this 'loading' type phase before its any good?

[Cookie]

will it kick in at all when you first start taking it or does it need this 'loading' type phase before its any good?

As far as I am aware the full 8 weeks then you start to feel/reap the benefits, unless of course someone else can enlighten me.

[dunster]

i actually bought some glucosamine without reading this, i have fucked joints. i will let you know how it turns out. i didnt know about the 8 week thing though so i will be sure to use that as some sort of yard stick

[samurai69]

just ordered some Glucosamine & turmeric (95% Curcumin ) I fully expect to be bulletproof within the week.

If they work for you then I`ll look into getting some.

Remember you need to take glucosamine everyday for 8 weeks to get full benefits.

NO MISSED DAYS

dont expect anything in 8 weeks................thats the minimum time


up to 3 months