Posts Tagged ‘Glucosamine’

Can Nutrition be an Answer to Back and Knee Pain Management?

Have you heard, “You are what you eat”? That’s a simple but very true statement and one that we need to be considering. If we want to feel better, we need to do some detective work on what it is that is making us feel less than terrific, why do my knees hurt?

For example, weight being the most common. We know we need to lose some lbs., so what is the most logical and correct place to start? Right! EAT LESS!! Move away from the table. Drink more water. Cut out the pop and the snacks, the sugars and the carbs. And most of all the alcohol. Do this and you will begin to lose weight, it just makes sense.

Why should it be any different with other maladies that we are dealing with? Especially chronic knee pain, back, hips, elbows and shoulders. If it is logical for something as common as weight loss, why not knee pain? What should we cut out of our diet? First of all try sodas! We all drink too much of them, switch to water. Sugars, cut back. Look at what you eat a lot of and cut back.

Are there some good things we can take that may counter our knee and back pain?

Glucosamine, (with Chondroitin) is the most common natural product that thousands use and is somewhat effective for minor pain. Other naturals cures are something as simple as ginger or raw vinegar and honey.

.The easiest natural way to eat our way to better health and probably back and knee pain relief is fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables? Ugh, don’t tell me to eat my vegetables! Well, it used to be that the daily recommended portions of fruit was 3, then 3-5, and 5-7, now the experts are saying 9-13 servings everyday! The average American gets 1!

Why is that so important? Phytonutrients and antioxidants! Layman’s language, powerful fuel for the body to fight the sick cells that turn into the real bad stuff.

So how do I know which fruits are the best? How about, cranberries, blueberries, bilberries, raspberries to name a few. That would be tough to eat all of that everyday. Is there an easy way to get 13 servings of fruit every day?

How about drinking it? YES! DRINK IT! How much, a gallon? Try 4 ounces! No way, you say, how do I do that?

I would love to show you how simple that can be and how great the effects can be. Lets talk soon.

Has Anyone Ever Known A Dog To Get Sick From Taking Glucosamine?

I have given her dosage in the past and found out that I was giving her too much. I have started again recently, giving her the proper amount according to her vet. She is a very large (not fat) Golden Retriever, so he said to give her 1500 mg per day (split 750 twice a day). She refused to eat this morning and still had not eaten when my husband checked on her at lunch – that is not like her at all. She is also very lethargic. My first intuition is to stop the Glucosamine again, but I don’t want her joints to go bad. She is only 8 years old.

Does Glucosamine Really Help Your Joints Heal?

I have been having pains in my shoulders. I’m trying to keep active but it seems that my sleep is being disturbed on a nightly basis because of aching in my shoulders and I cannot find a good resting place without some pain at night. I heard Glucosamine can help heal joints that are suffering from damaged ligaments and tendons. There are a few different kinds out there. I would like to hear from people who are trying it, which type your are taking, if it really is helping you and where you get it at a reasonable price. Please be specific. Thanks!

Should A Young Runner Take Glucosamine Chondroitin If He Does Not Yet Have Any Cartilage Issues?

I’m 24, run a lot and aggressively, and want to prevent the chance of cartilage breakdown. Is glucosamine chondroitin good as a PREVENTATIVE measure, or only as a coping measure?

Can I Take Glucosamine Supplement For Bone Injuries Like, Stress Changes To The Bone?

I know that people tend to take Glucosamine for joint pain/problem, is it also suitable for people with bone problem other than joint or cartilage problem?
I’m not sure whether will it help my condition by taking Glucosamine. I got stress changes to the tibial tubercles and lateral cortices.
Thank you

Whats The Best Glucosamine Hci , Chondroitin Sulfate And Msm Product For Athletes?

Im looking to buy a good product the containes Glucosamine HCI ,Chondroitin Sulfate and MSM for an athlete like me.
Any product suggestions out there?

What Is A Good Brand Of Liquid Glucosamine?

I’m still recovering from a broken Ankle 4months later and I have pain, especially if I try to wear cute open toe sandals for too 3hrs or more. I’ve taken one type of liquid Glucosamine and it worked well. I was just tired of waking up with headaches. Is SYNFLEX a good brand?

Will Glucosamine Chondroitin + Msm Help Or Hinder An Ear Cartilage Piercing?

I got an Industrial piercing in my ear. I was told it can take 6 months to a year for the holes in the cartilage to heal around the piercing. A few months back I started taking Glucosamine, Chondroitin + MSM supplements to help with cartilage I tore in my hip. I was wondering if such supplements would also influence ear cartilage, and if so would it be in a positive or negative way? Thanks!

Do You Really Think Oral Glucosamine And Ha Supplements Work,or Are We Just Throwing Our Money Down The Drain?

The markets have become bombarded with all kinds of claims, if you ask most vets they will say there is no sufficient evidence because these companies do not have to go through FDA approval to substainuate their products claims. Do you think the companies that put out these Glucosamine and Hyaluronic Acid Supplements are just cashing in on Consumer fears, and hopes that “if the price is low enough, more people will buy it, and that giving the horse anything is better than nothing”?

My Dog Needs Glucosamine For Arthritis. Can You Please Tell Me About Getting It For Him?

He is a 65 pound neutered male with kidney disease. Because of the kidney disease he can not take any type of anti-inflamatory. Where can I get glucosamine? How much do I give him? Will it work as well as a prescription medication? etc?