Glucosamine
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring amino sugar that can be found in various glycosaminoglycans, which are widely distributed throughout the body's cartilage and connective tissues. Additionally, it is present in large amounts in glycoproteins and glycolipids. YSK manufactures glucosamine by hydrolyzing chitin, a key component found in the shells of crustaceans such as crabs and shrimp.Glucosamine is a white crystalline powder with a distinct bitter-sweet taste. Its biological functions are in some ways similar to those of N-acetylglucosamine.
Its main functions include
| (1) promotes the synthesis of mucopolysaccharides, which relieve osteoarthritis and build beautiful skin; (2) has an anti-inflammatory action; and (3) suppresses the proliferation of tumor cells. In the United States and Europe, glucosamine has drawn particular attention for its effectiveness in preventing and treating osteoarthritis. |  |
