These baby boomers are reaching for Glucosamine (HCL) to ease their symptoms, making it the best selling supplement in America. A simple naturally occurring molecule that plays a significant role in the structure of other connective tissue, new research suggests that glucosamine may help damaged tissue repair itself. 

Glucosamine is reported to stimulate the body's manufacture of collagen, the protein portion of the fibrous substance that holds joints together. Collagen is the main component of the shock-absorbing cushion called articular cartilage-the white smooth surface which covers the ends of body joints-such as those in the wrist, fingers, toes, ankles, knees, hips and between the discs of the spine. It has been used and studied in Europe and Asia for over 40 years. In one of these double-blind clinical trials, it was found to ease the aches and pains of arthritis sufferers as well as standard painkillers. 

This is very significant when one considers that ibuprofen and acetaminophen can cause stomach upset, ulcers, and even kidney and liver damage. Glucosamine, on the other hand, appears to be very safe, with virtually no known side effects. Further research indicates that glucosamine may even help to rebuild damaged cartilage and deteriorating joints.

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