NOW Glucosamine, Chondroitin & MSM combines three of the most popular and effective nutrients for supporting joint health in one dietary supplement. Our Glucosamine and Chondroitin are both 100% sulfate, the most studied form of these nutrients. In addition, we also include MSM (methylsulphonyl-methane), an organic form of sulfur found in all living organisms. Studies have shown that these nutrients provide dietary components that support healthy joint structure and function.*
What is glucosamine?Glucosamine is composed of glucose and glutamine (an amino acid). It is utilized by chondrocytes to form glycosaminoglycans (GSG’s) and proteoglycans. Both of these constituents attract and bind water into cartilage, increasing resiliency.
How is glucosamine manufactured?Glucosamine is supplied mostly by China. The shells of shrimp and crabs have their proteins and minerals removed producing Chitin or poly N-acetylglucosamine. Manufacturers use acid with a depolymerizing and deacetylating process to produce glucosamine hydrochloride or glucosamine sulfate.
What is the source of your Chondroitin, and is it BSE free?NOW Chondroitin is derived from bovine tracheal tissue. The cattle are raised in China. As with all of our raw materials, we screen Chondroitin very carefully for the presence of any undesirable microbes, and is BSE Free.
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Nutrition Info Serving Size: 3 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 30
Amount Per Serving:Calories 10
Total Carbohydrate 2 g <1%
Sodium 110 mg 5%
Potassium (as Potassium Chloride) 245 mg 7%
Glucosamine Sulfate
(from 1500 mg Glucosamine Potassium Sulfate Complex) 1.1 g (1,100 mg) †
Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate
(from Bovine Cartilage) 1.2 g (1,200 mg) †
MSM (Methylsulphonylmethane) 300 mg †
* Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet.
† Daily Value not established.
Suggested Use:As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules daily, with meals or on an empty stomach.
Free of: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg or preservatives.
Other Ingredients:Gelatin (capsule) and Magnesium Stearate.
Warnings:Persons with a known allergy to shellfish should not use this product. Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle.
