WARNING: Glucosamine supplemets mentioned here, and in general, are derived from from crab, lobster or shrimp shells. Hence people allergic to Iodine, Intravenous Dyes and Shellfish should strictly avoid this product.

If you suffer from joint pain, you are not alone. As they get older, many people are diagnosed with arthritis and osteoarthritis. When you have arthritis, the cartilage that cushions your joints breaks down which causes pain and reduces mobility. Other types of joint pain you might suffer from include bursitis and tendonitis. Joints have small, fluid-filled sacs called bursae. These sacs act as a cushion for the bones and joints. If they become irritated, you will experience pain. Tendonitis occurs when the tendons around your joints become inflamed from overuse or a strain injury.

If you are having joint pain there are number of nutritional supplements on the market that might help. Two supplements when taken together that have shown promise are: Glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin. Glucosamine sulfate helps your body produce more cartilage and has been documented to relieve pain and inflammation. Chondroitin is naturally found in your body’s cartilage. Taking supplementary chondroitin will help slow the breakdown of cartilage resulting in less pain. You can take either supplement individually but research has shown increased benefit for people who take them together.

Increasing your Vitamin D intake may also help reduce cartilage loss. It’s the loss of cartilage that causes joint pain so reducing cartilage loss should decrease your pain. Flax oil can also be consumed to reduce inflammation thereby reducing joint pain. Bromelain supplements may also be effective in reducing pain associated with bursitis, arthritis and tendonitis. Do your research to determine which combination of nutritional supplements will work best to relieve your pain and increase your joint mobility. Many people find a combination of supplements to be effective in reducing joint pain.