Does oral glucosamine alter blood sugar levels in diabetics?
Glucosamine is a commonly used ingredient in many dietary supplement products formulated for promoting joint health. If you are considering using a glucosamine supplement, make sure that you read the supplemental facts on the back. In particular, you’ll want to ensure that the product contains glucosamine sulfate as opposed to other commonly available commercial glucosamine salts such as glucosamine hydrochloride or n-acetyl glucosamine.
Glucosamine sulfate is the most researched salt of glucosamine though it typically costs a little more than the others. For those that have diabetes or are just concerned about the potential effects of glucosamine on their blood sugar levels, a recent review article was published in the journal, Diabetes/Metabolism research and reviews [1].
Posted on December 15, 2010, in Uncategorized and tagged affect, diabetes, glucosamine, levels, supplement. Bookmark the permalink. 1 Comment.
Very informative blog entry about glucosamine. Glucosamine is an amino acid derivative of glucose that plays a key role in the production of cartilage and other joint tissues. Supplemental glucosamine is derived from chitin, the processed exoskeleton of shrimp and crabs. Available forms include glucosamine sulfate, N-acetyl-glucosamine, and glucosamine hydrochloride. Glucosamine sulfate is generally considered the preferred form, and it is the form used in most scientific studies. Glucosamine is tremendous for joint health!