February 14, 2009

Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Will Glucosamine cure it? Or at least be helpful?

It’s controversial if glucosamine works or not for runners’ knee pain or more importantly, if it’s a good idea for runners to take glucosamine. There were medical studies about this, but it’s hard to tell how accurate and objective they were because most of them were funded by the supplement manufacturers and criticized due to shortage of participants, and short duration. Some doctors even ask a question if knee pain (osteoarthritis) is caused by running.
Despite this uncertainty, I’ve decided to give it a shot, mainly because the overall opinion is positive among runners.
The regulation in the US over the glucosamine supplements is weak. It’s recommended to go with big-brand names and well-reviewed companies. I’m sure there are many products that are reliable, but I’ve found these three products trustworthy to try.

Food that are good for joints and bones
Both glucosamine and chondroitin are naturally produced in the human body and extensively found in joint cartilage. I believe the natural glucosamine and chondroitin produced in the body must beabsorbed into the body much better than supplements.

So I will do my best to include these foods into my daily diet. They are known to be good for :
Soybean
Rich in calcium, Vitamin E. Have lots of tofu or add soybeans when you make brown rice.

Pepper
Rich in vitamin C and B6

Banana
Rich in potassium and folic acid
Shrimp

Rich in vitamin D, C, B12, and omega-3 fatty acids

Green Tea

Rich in vitamin C, and anti-oxidants to ease joint pains
Carp

Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, and calcium

Cheese

Rich in calcium, vitamin B6, and folic acid

http://www.mykoreandiet.com

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