Chondroitin supplements are a natural substance that comes from shark or bovine cartilage or can be synthesized in a laboratory. Glucosamine vitamins are from a natural substance that comes from the covering of shellfish and are also available in synthetic form. Both substances are often suggested for patients suffering with osteoarthritis. The side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, and indigestion. Even though the side effects are few a person who is taking other medications or has other health problems will want to make sure they can safely take chondroitin and glucosamine without interactions or problems. Both substances have been studied and seem to be very helpful for slowing cartilage breakdown.
Glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate are substances found in the connective tissues of the body. Studies have shown that taking glucosamine and chondroitin supplements together work like inflammatories, and reduce pain. They have also been shown to slow cartilage breakdown in people who suffer from osteoarthritis. Cartilage is a protein substance that provides cushion between the bones and joints. The main joints that osteoarthritis affects are the hips, knees, hands, feet, and the spine. Usually this happens when a person begins to age because repetitive use of the joints causes inflammation of the cartilage as well as pain and swelling of the joints. Changes start happening in the body when a person begins to age usually after the age of 40. This is good time to start taking good care of the body that God has given and develop a heart of thanksgiving and praise to Him. "The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise Him." (Psalm 28:7)
Obesity can increase the deterioration of the cartilage because of the added stress from carrying around extra pounds. Obesity is especially hard on the knee joint. Chondroitin supplements can help decrease the deterioration but losing weight will help the most. When a person is suffering from osteoarthritis and is overweight the best thing to do is start taking the vitamins and lose the weight and do some exercises that won't further stress the joints that are involved. Work exercise in daily and start eating healthy by cutting out foods high in fat, high in sugar, processed foods, caffeine, and alcohol. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables along with high fiber foods, and whole grains.
Diagnosis for osteoarthritis is usually made based upon medical history and x rays. Loss of cartilage, narrowing of the joint space, and bone spur formation can be seen on an x ray. Having an x ray and other tests can help to rule out other health concerns. Once a diagnosis is made a physician may recommend 1,500 mg of glucosamine vitamins and 1,200 mg of chondroitin every day. Sometimes when patients have been on the vitamins for a couple of months and start feeling much better, they may have a tendency to stop taking them. Getting off of them could cause the pain and inflammation to return so staying on them is a good decision.
Treatments for osteoarthritis includes anti-inflammatories, steroid injections, physical therapy, chondroitin supplements, exercise, applying hot and cold packs, pain relieving creams, using support devices, and surgery. Other supplements that a person could benefit from when suffering with arthritis include vitamin D, and using Turmeric an herb that contains anti-inflammatory properties and can help with joint pain. Of course taking a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement everyday will help with overall health and quality of life but find one that is organic with no additives or yeast.
There are a couple of reasons why someone might not want to take supplements. Suffering with allergies is one reason and another is possible complications with other health problems or medications. People who are allergic to shellfish shouldn't take glucosamine vitamins since they are made from the covering of shellfish. A person choosing to take supplements should understand that it is important not to take too much. Taking too much can cause the side effects to increase. Suffering from side effects might make a person decide not to take them at all anymore. That would be too bad if taking the right amount might have helped. Having the attitude that if less works good then more will work even better is not using wisdom or good judgment.
A person who is diabetic should consult a physician before taking either chondroitin supplements or glucosamine because they may affect blood sugar levels by affecting cells in the pancreas thus causing insulin resistance. A physician should be consulted for those who suffer with hypoglycemia as well. To start any kind of new treatment a person's doctor should always be consulted especially when there is a serious illness involved and the patient takes multiple prescription drugs. Even herbs can have a negative effect when combined with some prescription and over-the-counter medications.
Patients on blood thinners (anticoagulants) should not take glucosamine vitamins unless their doctor approves because arthritis supplements tend to have blood-thinning effects on the body. There is another supplement called methyl sulfonylmethane or MSM that may be beneficial for arthritis patients. MSM is a natural sulfur compound needed by the body for connective tissue and joint health. This substance is found in some foods such as fish, vegetables, and grains. Side effects include diarrhea, skin rash, fatigue, and headaches. When chondroitin or glucosamine aren't effective or can not be taken MSM may be a good alternative.
Vitamins need to be taken for awhile before their health benefit will be felt. Some people take them for a month and think that they are not working. Patients should take glucosamine vitamins for at least two months before expecting to feel some results. They should also be taking consistently every day for the maximum effectiveness. Vitamins can be great to help a person receive daily requirements of necessary nutrients but the best health benefit comes from eating healthy and exercising.
Glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate are substances found in the connective tissues of the body. Studies have shown that taking glucosamine and chondroitin supplements together work like inflammatories, and reduce pain. They have also been shown to slow cartilage breakdown in people who suffer from osteoarthritis. Cartilage is a protein substance that provides cushion between the bones and joints. The main joints that osteoarthritis affects are the hips, knees, hands, feet, and the spine. Usually this happens when a person begins to age because repetitive use of the joints causes inflammation of the cartilage as well as pain and swelling of the joints. Changes start happening in the body when a person begins to age usually after the age of 40. This is good time to start taking good care of the body that God has given and develop a heart of thanksgiving and praise to Him. "The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise Him." (Psalm 28:7)
Obesity can increase the deterioration of the cartilage because of the added stress from carrying around extra pounds. Obesity is especially hard on the knee joint. Chondroitin supplements can help decrease the deterioration but losing weight will help the most. When a person is suffering from osteoarthritis and is overweight the best thing to do is start taking the vitamins and lose the weight and do some exercises that won't further stress the joints that are involved. Work exercise in daily and start eating healthy by cutting out foods high in fat, high in sugar, processed foods, caffeine, and alcohol. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables along with high fiber foods, and whole grains.
Diagnosis for osteoarthritis is usually made based upon medical history and x rays. Loss of cartilage, narrowing of the joint space, and bone spur formation can be seen on an x ray. Having an x ray and other tests can help to rule out other health concerns. Once a diagnosis is made a physician may recommend 1,500 mg of glucosamine vitamins and 1,200 mg of chondroitin every day. Sometimes when patients have been on the vitamins for a couple of months and start feeling much better, they may have a tendency to stop taking them. Getting off of them could cause the pain and inflammation to return so staying on them is a good decision.
Treatments for osteoarthritis includes anti-inflammatories, steroid injections, physical therapy, chondroitin supplements, exercise, applying hot and cold packs, pain relieving creams, using support devices, and surgery. Other supplements that a person could benefit from when suffering with arthritis include vitamin D, and using Turmeric an herb that contains anti-inflammatory properties and can help with joint pain. Of course taking a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement everyday will help with overall health and quality of life but find one that is organic with no additives or yeast.
There are a couple of reasons why someone might not want to take supplements. Suffering with allergies is one reason and another is possible complications with other health problems or medications. People who are allergic to shellfish shouldn't take glucosamine vitamins since they are made from the covering of shellfish. A person choosing to take supplements should understand that it is important not to take too much. Taking too much can cause the side effects to increase. Suffering from side effects might make a person decide not to take them at all anymore. That would be too bad if taking the right amount might have helped. Having the attitude that if less works good then more will work even better is not using wisdom or good judgment.
A person who is diabetic should consult a physician before taking either chondroitin supplements or glucosamine because they may affect blood sugar levels by affecting cells in the pancreas thus causing insulin resistance. A physician should be consulted for those who suffer with hypoglycemia as well. To start any kind of new treatment a person's doctor should always be consulted especially when there is a serious illness involved and the patient takes multiple prescription drugs. Even herbs can have a negative effect when combined with some prescription and over-the-counter medications.
Patients on blood thinners (anticoagulants) should not take glucosamine vitamins unless their doctor approves because arthritis supplements tend to have blood-thinning effects on the body. There is another supplement called methyl sulfonylmethane or MSM that may be beneficial for arthritis patients. MSM is a natural sulfur compound needed by the body for connective tissue and joint health. This substance is found in some foods such as fish, vegetables, and grains. Side effects include diarrhea, skin rash, fatigue, and headaches. When chondroitin or glucosamine aren't effective or can not be taken MSM may be a good alternative.
Vitamins need to be taken for awhile before their health benefit will be felt. Some people take them for a month and think that they are not working. Patients should take glucosamine vitamins for at least two months before expecting to feel some results. They should also be taking consistently every day for the maximum effectiveness. Vitamins can be great to help a person receive daily requirements of necessary nutrients but the best health benefit comes from eating healthy and exercising.
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