Glucosamine HCL is an amino sugar that is the key precursor or building blocks of the synthesis of the connective tissue matrix, such as tendons, ligaments, cartilage, synovial fluids, spinal discs and mucous membranes.

Glucosamine HCL stimulates production of glucosaminoglycans (GAG’s) in the synovial fluids (fluids that fill our joint spaces), that give joint fluid greater elasticity, shock resistance and lubricating powers. This then results in the manufacture of collagen, which is the protein portion of a fibrous substance that holds the joints together.

Animal and human research, primarily in Europe, has shown that oral glucosamine taken as a nutritional supplement, can have positive effects in reduction of joint pain, tenderness, swelling and improved joint function, and osteoarthritis.

Glucosamine HCL dissolves (ionises) completely in the stomach’s hydrochloric acid which makes all of the Glucosamine present, readily available for absorption in the small intestine.