Glucosamine is an essential substrate for the formation of glycoaminoglycans (GAG's) and proteoglycans, which are the main components of cartilage tissue.  GAG's and proteoglycans trap and hold water, forming a dense fluid cushion within the joint and thus, provide lubrication and shock absorption.  MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a natural source of organic sulfur, a mineral necessary for the production of proteoglycans.*  NOW's unique and synergistic formula is suitable for vegetarians, because it contains only Glucosamine from a vegetarian source and not from shellfish.
 
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Serving Size: 2 Vcaps®
 
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 Vcaps® daily with meals or on an empty stomach.
 
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg or preservatives.  Vegetarian Formula.
 
Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsule), Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica.
 
Warnings: None
 
Disclaimers: *This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
 
NOW Foods developed the glucosamine test method chosen as the official AOACI industry standard method.
 
The Glucosamine used in this product is derived from a Non-GE (Non-Genetically Engineered) fungal source.
 
Regenasure® is a registered trademark of Cargil.
 
Vcaps® is a registered trademark of Capsugel.
 
Store in a cool, dry place.  Please recycle.