Which sounds more trustworthy to you?
4,000 ads that say “Glucosamine and Chondroitin will solve your joint issues.”
Or…
4,000 real people with knee osteoarthritis who participated in studies that found “…no convincing evidence that glucosamine and chondroitin provided major benefit.”
I don’t know about you, but I’m choosing the real people and the scientify studies every time. Glucosamine and chondroitin has earned what I call the Beetlejuice effect:
If you say it enough times, people will believe it’s true; even without scientific evidence.
And it seems to be working. The Harvard Medical School reports that consumers will spend $3.5 billion on those two supplements by 2025.
This is frustrating because most of those people will spend their hard-earned money and still not find relief for their joint issues.
What Does the Science Say About Glucosamine and Chondroitin?
Let’s dive into the real science behind glucosamine and chondroitin.
Despite the flood of ads touting their miraculous benefits, the actual research tells a different story. Clinical trials and studies have produced mixed results. While some suggest benefits for osteoarthritis, others find little to no effect.
Take the Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial (GAIT), for instance. This significant study found that the combination of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate didn’t significantly reduce discomfort in the overall group of knee osteoarthritis patients.1
Additionally, a 2016 study involving 164 patients with knee pain due to osteoarthritis gave half of them a combination of glucosamine and chondroitin and the other half a placebo.2 The study was halted early because those taking the supplement reported worse symptoms than those on the placebo. Yes, you read that right—taking glucosamine and chondroitin actually made their joints feel worse than doing nothing at all.
These findings certainly casts a shadow over the supposed benefits of these supplements.
Despite these mixed results, glucosamine and chondroitin remain popular choices for osteoarthritis relief because they’re believed to help repair and maintain cartilage. But according the experts some of these benefits might just be a classic case of the placebo effect, where people feel better simply because they believe they will.
For some the power of the placebo is enough. And there is even research that indicates placebo isn’t a bad thing.
For others, though. it may be best to follow the research especially when the research indicates side effects.
Side Effects of Glucosamine and Chondroitin
Glucosamine and chondroitin are generally considered safe for long-term use.
However, clinical trials have reported several issues associated with taking glucosamine and chondroitin. These reported side effects include:
• Heartburn or abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Drowsiness
• Headaches
• Allergic reactions (particularly in individuals with shellfish allergies)3
These emerging research is why many people are turning to alternative science backed ingredients to ease joint discomfort.
What Actually Works to Relieve Joint Discomfort?
Stonehenge Health’s Dynamic Joint.
Dynamic Joint is meticulously crafted with a unique blend of 9 clinically backed powerful ingredients designed to help you move with ease and fluidity.
At the heart of this formula is a potent dose of 100 mg AprèsFlex® Boswellia serrata.
This patented formulation of Boswellia Extract has been clinically shown to provide significant improvements in joint comfort, function, and mobility. Remarkably, it can start improving your joint comfort in as little as five days.*
For those of you who find yourself hesitating before a flight of stairs, fighting through discomfort during household chores, or forgoing family activities due to joint discomfort, Dynamic Joint could be the answer you’ve been searching for.
It’s not just about enhancing mobility and flexibility; Dynamic Joint is also about maintaining the health of your cartilage, which is constantly battling age and dietary factors. Healthy cartilage ensures that each movement is as fluid as it should be.
So, if you’re ready to stop wasting money on glucosamine and chondroitin and start experiencing real relief, Dynamic Joint is your solution. Say goodbye to the placebo effect and hello to a life of comfort and mobility.
Sources:
1.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19062354/
2.acrjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/art.39819
3.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31073924/