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Glucosamine and Chondroitin

for Joint Pain

Daily glucosamine sulphate (1500mg) and/or chondroitin sulphate (1200mg) supplementation for knee and hip osteoarthritis.

How it works

Glucosamine is a building block of cartilage. Chondroitin may inhibit enzymes that break down cartilage. Both may have mild anti-inflammatory effects in joint tissue.

What to watch for

Evidence is mixed — some large trials show no benefit over placebo. Most effective in people with moderate-to-severe knee pain. Quality varies between products. Shellfish allergy relevant for glucosamine.

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