DOSAGE:
| Less than 120 pounds...................................... |
1000mg glucosamine plus |
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800mg chondroitin sulfates |
| Between 120 and 200 pounds............................ |
1500mg glucosamine plus |
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1200mg chondroitin sulfates |
| More than 200 pounds...................................... |
2000mg glucosamine plus |
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1600mg chondroitin sulfates |
*Vitamin C and the mineral Manganese increase the effectiveness of both.
Manganese 25-50mg daily.
Also found in: Nuts, beans, oatmeal, beef liver, and dried peaches. Manganese is usually lacking in processed foods.
Vitamin C 500-2000mg daily.
*Vitamin C serves as an antioxidant and is water soluble. It is eliminated from the body in just a few hours, so taking several smaller doses
throughout the day is more effective than taking one large dose
Other supplements that potentiate the benefits:
Niacinamide at 500-1000mg 3 times a day
Vitamin E at 400-1200 units once a day
Selenium at 400-800mcg once a day
Omega +3 fatty acids at 2-4 a day
Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper
It may take up 2 to 6 months to see the full benefit.
Side effects:
May increase serum cholesterol in high cholesterol patients.
May cause gastric irritation.
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