Glucosamineis a derivative of glucose produced by the body and is important for a number of physical processes. Glucosamine plays a central role in the formation and supply of joints and the connective tissue in which they are embedded. Various factors can ensure thatthat the organism does not produce the cartilage-protecting substance in sufficient quantities.
What exactly is glucosamine?
Glucosamine is an amino sugar that occurs naturally in the human body andplays an important role as a component of connective tissue, cartilage and synovial fluidAs a derivative of glucose, glucosamine is essential for several central chemical processes. For example, glucosamine is required for the formation of glycosaminoglycans, which in turn are a component of articular cartilage and are important for itsElasticity and regenerative abilityplay a major role.
What makes glucosamine so special?
The body produces glucosamine by combining fructose-6-phosphate and the amino acid glutamine.With increasing age — but also due to stress or excess weight — the production of glucosamine can decreaseand promote wear and tear of the joint cartilage. Although cartilage is not supplied with blood, it forms a living, regularly renewed tissue. Building materials reach the cartilage via the synovial fluid, which is distributed particularly well through movement. ForJoints that work like clockworkRegular exercise and sufficient glucosamine are essential, as both stimulate the formation of synovial fluid. In addition, glucosamine has been shown toanti-inflammatory effectbe detected.
In which foods is glucosamine found?
Natural sources for the special amino sugar are marine animals such asMussels, shrimps, crabs, lobsters or even sharksGlucosamine is also found in the cartilage and connective tissue of mammals. However, these parts of the animal are consumed less frequently today, and almost no glucosamine is absorbed in vegetarian or vegan diets. Since glucosamine preparationsfrom the chitin of shellfishThey are generally unsuitable for people with a corresponding allergy.
Products with Glucosamine at Medicom
You will find the extra portion of concentrated glucosamineat Medicom in four dosage forms: “Glucosamine“ offers softgel capsules with 250 mg glucosamine sulfate each. With two capsules daily you supply your joint cartilage with the recommended daily dose. With “Nobilin Joint Active®“ is also aboutSoft gel capsulesHowever, this preparation also contains other active ingredients to activate your joint metabolism:Chondroitin, Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium and zinc. The "Nobilin Joint Fit® Drinking Ampoules“ contain 500 mg per daily dose vialN-Acetyl-Glucosamineenriched with 80 mg vitamin C.
