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Glyconutrients and osteoarthritis

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  11 September 2013

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In a nutshell

Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate appear to be a safe and effective option for treating osteoarthritis. They may work best in patients with at least moderate (rather than mild) symptoms or higher cartilage turnover.

The optimal method of administration is open to refinement, but there is evidence that these supplements may be more effective if given together.

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Arbor Clinical Nutrition Updates , Volume 253 , May 2006 , pp. 1 - 3
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2006

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