Re: [at-l] Glucosamine Chondroitin Update

["W F Thorneloe, MD" <thornel@attglobal.net>]

Well, you are onto the most likely problem. The manufacturer only has to 
provide a safe product, not necessarily an effective or accurately labeled 
product. I typically send folks to Costco or Walmarts for Glucosamine. 
Sam's should sell a pretty reliable product. The usual dosage in journals 
demonstrating improvement in _function_ (notice I did not say pain), seem 
to stay at the 1500 mg per day dosage. I understand many advocate dropping 
the dosage, but I have not comprehended the logic behind that.

Of course, if you are doing further joint injury (such as running and long 
distance hiking), I would suggest you supplement with an NSAID. I would 
also be very deliberate with the condition of your shoes and socks to 
maximize your cushion. I have met you and know your size and some of your 
history. I suspect that running is not a great idea for an exercise on a 
long term basis. Do you have access to a lap pool?

OrangeBug
Atlanta, GA

At 02:13 PM 4/19/2000, TOKTAADN@aol.com wrote:

>For those of you who claim Glucosamine benefits, may I ask your manufacturer?
>  Mine is listed as Sundown Vitamins and was purchased at Sam's Club very
>economically.

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