Glucosamine is an important and powerful component commonly found in joint support supplements. Glucosamine is well studied in humans and dogs and shows to improve joint and bone health. Glucosamine is an amino acid that is naturally produced in the body and is present in many body tissues including joints, tendons and ligaments.
Glucosamine is one of the most popular supplements for people and dogs to improve the health of joints and is found in Hemp and Hips by Veterinary Naturals.
Glucosamine produces healthy joint fluid
- Glucosamine is necessary to produce a molecule called a glycosaminoglycan (GAG)
- GAGs create the compounds that are naturally found in healthy joint fluid
- Allows joints to hold a healthy amount of fluid and absorb shock caused by the normal use of joints
- Decreases friction and resistance in joints
Prevents cartilage from breaking down over time
- Increases flexibility, range of motion and provides stability for joints
- Allows healthy cartilage to line the joint which acts as a cushion between bones
Has been shown to help decrease pain
- Decreases inflammation which is the cause of pain in many orthopedic diseases that affect dogs
- Beneficial in many common diseases such as:
- Arthritis
- Spinal disc disease causing back pain
- Knee issues such as ligament tears or patella luxation
- Hip or elbow dysplasia
- Can decrease the amount of prescription medications needed that may have side effects on the gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidneys or cause sedation
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