Glucosamine is a key building block of glycosaminoglycans that are found in joints and other tissues. These glycosaminoglycans play a critical role in maintaining the health of joints and cartilage, as well as contributing to the normal functioning of joints.

As we age, our bodies produce less glucosamine, and obtaining it solely through diet is challenging. Glucosamine has to be bound to another molecule for it to be stabile. Most Glucosamine supplements contain the Sulfate bounded molecules. Glucosamine HCl is glucosamine bound to HCl molecules, which provide 40% more base glucosamine per mg because HCl molecules are much lighter than Sulfate molecules.

Chondroitin sulfate is a naturally occurring compound that is present in connective tissues, such as cartilage and bones.

Chondroitin sulfate plays an important role in maintaining the structural integrity and elasticity of cartilage. It helps to attract water molecules into the cartilage, providing cushioning and lubrication for the joints.

As we age, our bodies produce less chondroitin, and obtaining it solely through diet is challenging. When choosing a chondroitin supplement, it is important to consider the purity, and source.

All Chondroitin is bound to stabilizing molecules, and the density of these bonding molecules determines how much of the ingredient is actual chondroitin. Many chondroitin supplements contain 20% to 60% grade chondroitin sulfate, whereas we only ever use 90% grade which means it contains more base chondroitin per mg.

We source our chondroitin from fish. It is considered to be purer than bovine derived which is subject to harmful chemicals.

References:

EFSA. (2010). Health claims related to glucosamine and maintenance of joints. doi: 10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1554.