Glucosamine Types WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Glucosamine Types
There are three different types of glucosamine. They are glucosamine sulfate, glucosamine hydrocholoride, and N-acetyl glucosamine.1 Glucosamine sulfate and glucosamine hydrocholoride are the most commonly sold varieties.2 There is also a non-shellfish vegetarian glucosamine.3
Fast Facts:
- Glucosamine sulfate is the most widely used type for research and clinical trials.4
- Some studies suggest that N-acetyl glucosamine may help repair skin that has been damaged by uv rays.5
- Glucosamine supplements are commonly combined with chondroitin.6
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Dr. Jarret Morrow: Different Types of Glucosamine (Blog)
- ↑ Wikipedea: Glucosamine Use
- ↑ BodyBuilding.com: Vegan Glucosamine
- ↑ Arthritis and Glucosamine Information Center: Glucosamine Sulfate
- ↑ Medical News Today: Science Finds New Fix For UV Damaged Skin In Arthritis Treatment (July 8, 2006)
- ↑ Natural Standard Research Collaboration (via MedlinePlus): Glucosamine Synonyms
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- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Redirects: What types of glucosamine are there, Forms of glucosamine, Glucosamine types available, How many types of glucosamine are available, Types of Glucosamine
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