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(Medical-NewsWire.com, January 22, 2015 ) Portland, Oregon -- The sale of glucosamine supplements continues to skyrocket, particularly among people with osteoarthritis. More cases of the chronic disease are diagnosed every day and many countries have recognized it as a public health problem. Typical treatment consists of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but those seeking a natural remedy are choosing a glucosamine supplement.
"Glucosamine is manufactured naturally within the body and used for the development and maintenance of cartilage," said VitaBreeze spokesperson, Michelle O'Sullivan. "Cartilage allows joints to function properly. It just makes sense to provide the body with the very substance it needs to maintain joint health."
Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition in which cartilage breaks down and the body is unable to repair it adequately. Cartilage surrounds joints and enables them to move freely. Glucosamine is found in the cushioning fluid between bones and in cartilage that allows joints to move freely.
The condition is most likely to affect the knees first, but can appear in any joint. It begins as a twinge, ache or pain in the joint that's usually dismissed and attributed to overuse. As cartilage continues to deteriorate, the inflammation, swelling and pain intensify. Movement aggravates the joint, leading to additional discomfort.
The human body manufactures a variety of bio-chemicals and glucosamine is one of those. As people age, they produce less glucosamine. The substance is thought to be a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Glucosamine supplements provide a source of glucosamine that can be used immediately by the body without the need to manufacture it first.
Conventional treatment for osteoarthritis consists of NSAIDs that have such detrimental effects that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued new warnings about their effects and the potential dangers for long-term usage. The pharmaceuticals reduce inflammation and pain, but increasingly powerful doses are required over time to obtain the same level of relief. They treat the symptoms but not the underlying cause.
Medical professionals who are cognizant of the advantages of a glucosamine supplement advise a 1,500mg daily dosage, and one that incorporates chondroitin and MSM. A supplement that also includes turmeric boosts the benefits of glucosamine. Unlike NSAIDs, it is well-tolerated, even during extended use.
The full effectiveness of glucosamine for joint dysfunction is cumulative rather than instantaneous. Most individuals experience measureable results in two months, while others report a difference within two weeks, depending upon the pain level of the individual (http://www.amazon.com/Glucosamine-Sulfate-Chondroitin-Supplement-Turmeric/dp/B00DUMO9X4).
About VitaBreeze
VitaBreeze is a nutraceutical brand that manufactures high quality natural supplements to help people live a healthy, enjoyable and longer life. Their products can be found at www.VItaBreeze.com.
VitaBreeze
Benjamin Lasance
(407) 545-2239
media@vitabreeze.com
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