Glucosamine & Chondroitin are naturally occurring structural components that have recently enjoyed growing popularity.  Glucosamine is an amino sugar derived from the chitin of shellfish and is used by the body to support healthy joint structures.  Chondroitin complements Glucosamine and works synergistically to provide optimal nutritional support.*

What is glucosamine?

Glucosamine is derived from glucose and glutamine (an amino acid). It is used to produce substances in the body that attract and bind water into tissues, making them more resilient. It is especially important to maintain properly functioning joint structures.

How is glucosamine manufactured?

Glucosamine is produced by removing the proteins and minerals from the shells of shrimp and crab. This is done primarily in China, with some coming from other Asian countries, including Thailand and Malaysia.

NOW has developed the Official AOAC Method for testing glucosamine and has used this method for the past five years.

What is the source of NOW's Chondroitin?

NOW's Chondroitin is derived from bovine tissue from cattle. As with all of our raw materials, we screen Chondroitin very carefully for the presence of any undesirable microbes. NOW’s state-of-the-art analytical lab has developed a method of testing chondroitin, which is currently being verified by independent labs around the world and is expected to become an Official Method used to test all products containing chondroitin sulfate.

Serving Size: 4 Capsules

Servings Per Container: 30

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Calories    10      

Total Carbohydrate    2 g    <1%   

Sodium    110 mg    5%   

Magnesium (from ConcenTrace®)    30 mg    8%   

Glucosamine HCl    1.5 g (1,500 mg)    †   

Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate (from Bovine Cartilage)    1.2 g (1,200 mg)    †   

ConcenTrace®,Trace Minerals (with Alfalfa)    800 mg    †   

* Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet.

† Daily Value not established.

Suggested Usage:  As a dietary supplement, take 4 capsules daily.  Take 2 capsules twice daily with meals or on an empty stomach.

Other Ingredients:  Gelatin (capsule), Silica and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).  Contains shellfish (crab, shrimp, lobster, crayfish) derivative.

Contains no:  sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg or preservatives.

Caution:  Do Not Eat Freshness Packet.  Keep in Bottle.

Warning:  Persons with a known allergy to shellfish should not use this product.

Disclaimers:  *These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

ConcenTrace® is a concentrated source of trace minerals from Utah's Great Salt Lake.  Trace minerals are known to be essential for many body functions.

ConcenTrace® is a registered trademark of Trace Minerals Research, L.C.

Store in a cool, dry place. Please Recycle. .

NOW Foods developed the glucosamine test method chosen as the official AOACI industry standard method.