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Osteoarthritis is very painful and while there is no known cure for
this disease there is a way to slow it down. Glucosamine has been
shown in many studies to help in the rebuilding of lost cartridge and
help slow down any of the signs of osteoarthritis. It can be taken in
a number of forms from pills to being added to a drink.
Before someone decides to add glucosamine into their diet it is a
good idea to know what to look for as far as side effects. What are
the glucosamine side effects and when should someone be concerned
about taking glucosamine.
If one has an allergy to any type of fish or shellfish they should
consult a health care provider before taking any form of
glucosamine. Glucosamine is formed from shellfish and can cause
allergic reaction in those that have previous shellfish
allergies.
Other side effects of glucosamine include: resistance of the body
to insulin, nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, heart burn, indigestion, and
upset stomach. Although the side effects are fairly minor and more
bothersome then sever it is a good idea to monitor any symptoms of
glucosamine and bring it up to a health care provider if these signs
get worse.
If one does start to take glucosamine and they notice any form of
an allergic reaction such as difficulty breathing, shock, rashes,
closed throat feeling, and tightness in the chest, they should stop
taking this right away and seek medical attention immediately. This
could be a sign of a shellfish allergy or other medical condition that
should be investigated further.
Although glucosamine is fairly safe to take. It is a good idea that
those with diabetes seek a doctors opinion about taking this
supplement as it can have effects on the blood sugar levels and
diabetics can have many problems with their blood sugar when taking
high amounts of glucosamine.
Being able to stop the progression of osteoarthritis can be done by
taking a form of glucosamine. It may not cure osteoarthritis
altogether but it can slow it down and help someone lead a more
productive life.
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