Glucosamine reviews: what real users say
We read 79 first-hand mentions of Glucosamine from health and supplement communities. 25 of them say clearly how it went — and 41% of those say it helped.
Where people say it works: pain & inflammation (69% of 13), recovery (100% of 9).
Most common complaints: stomach issues, intraocular pressure.
Positive experiences
“I started taking 20mg iron bisglycinate before bed along with glucosamine and chondroitin, which significantly reduced the RLS.”
“Some people take glucosamine and MSM but these are suspect in my book. Why? They've worked for me, and others I've recommended them to.”
“The soreness in my knees due to running and weights(Squats) is now negligible within 2 months of taking glucosamine 1500mg supplement.”
“At my age I need support for my joints--glucosamine, etc. If I miss too many days my knees, hips and hands will remind me”
“For joint health/recovery I take hyaluronic acid, tart cherry extract, glucosamine, collagen, and omega 3”
Negative and mixed experiences
“Have tried a TONS of stuff I read about on the net the could help cartilage like glucosamin...Nothing is helping.”
“I have also tried glucosamine and MSM for 6-month periods, and they never seemed to make any difference.”
“I have tried Turmeric & Glucosamine for joint health, didn't notice much difference.”
“Glucosamine didn't work for me, or my dogs. If you google, you will see recent research isn't in favor of it.”
“I have tried a LOT of supplements (glucosamin, chondroitin, MSM, boron, boswellia, serrapeptase, turmeric, fish oil, D3, K2, celadrin...) and nothing helps”
“Glucosamine *might* cause insulin resistance, so just a heads up there...I hardly have any simple sugars and my carbs are below 20% of my diet, so it should be okay.”
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