Glucosamine as a joint protective agent - Wszystko, co musisz wiedzieć

Tim Klein
August 25, 2025
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Glucosamine as a joint protective agent

When the training tone increases, the joints are subjected to heavy loads. During exercise, there is a cramping of the cartilage, which leads to micro-injury. Muscle pain after training is a completely normal and fairly quickly passing phenomenon, but joint pain is no longer there. There may be a decrease in the amount of joint fluid and the distance between the bones, such as in the knee, the appearance of discomfort and intense pain. You can try to protect the joint by taking glucosamine. You cannot train and increase them.

Table of Contents

1. Glucosamine? What is it?

2. The effect of glucosamine on the joints

3. Glucosamine intake

1. Glucosamine? What is it?

GAGs, formerly known as mucopolysaccharides, are long chains of modified disaccharide, the main component of proteoglycans. There are 5 forms of glucosamine, but only sulfate and hydrochloride are commercially available. In most supplements, glucasamine is found in the form of sulfate.

2. The effect of glucosamine on the joints

In addition, regular use of glucosamine increases collagen synthesis, thus strengthening the connective tissue of the joint. It inhibits degenerative processes not only in the joints but also in the soft tissues surrounding them. Cultivation is one of the sports characterized by increased load on joints and ligaments, so it is a good decision to use glucasamine to prevent problems.

3. Glucosamine intake

The most effective daily dose is 12 g. The duration of glucosamine intake is not limited, but it is best to take a break after 6 months of use. It is preferable to take glucasamine for 3060 days and then take the same long break.

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