Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Natural Arthritis Supplements

Chondroitin Sulfate and Glucosamine are natural substance found in our bodies. Glucosamine plays an important role in cartilage formation. Chondrotin sulfate is a type of molecular protein that makes cartilage elastic.
There are nutritional supplements that provide both Chondroitin sulfate and Glucosamine. For examples, crabs, lobster or shrimp cells are sources of Glucosamine, while shark cartilage and tracheas are the number one source of Chondroitin Sulfate.
Functions of these supplements
People with moderate Osteoarthritis who are taking these substances experience noticeable relief from pain and that Glucosamine and Chondroitin are as effective as aspirin and ibuprofen or NSAIDs in relieving osteoarthritic pain.
In a study published in the New Englan View the rest of this article


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