Getting supplement savvy also means learning the lingo. Here is a short list of common terms you’ll encounter when using Arthritis Today’s Supplement Guide.
Clinical trials – Human studies
Cytokines – Chemicals produced by the body that trigger the inflammatory process; for example, C-reactive protein, interleukins, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
DHA – Docosahexaenoic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, found in fish oil
EPA – Eicosapentaenoic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, found in fish oil
mcg – Microgram, a unit of measurement; 1/1000 of a milligram
mg – Milligram, a unit of measurement; 1/1000 of a gram
NSAIDs – Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
I started using for my knees then only one a day. NOW in these last years I have used Glucosamine / Chondroitin with different additions such as now MSM double strength.
What I AM TRYING TO SAY IS IN THE LAST TWO YEARS I HAVE FOUND OUT THAT BESIDES Osteoarthritis, and RA I do not have the pain that the doctor thought I should have. also using cymbalta 60 mg. a day.
I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW THAT IF THEY GIVE Glucosamine / Chondroitin A TRY THEY WILL BE SUPRISED HOW WELL IT WORKS.