Blackmores MSM Glucosamine Powder 500 g
Blackmores MSM Glucosamine Chondroitin Joint Support provides nutritional support for joints, ligaments and cartilage.
Features and benefits
- Specially formulated for joint health.
- Important source of sulphur to help maintain elasticity in tendons and cartilage.
- Great tasting powder that can be added to drinks.
- Helps to provide nutritional support for joints, ligaments and cartilage.
How it works
MSM is a source of easily available dietary sulphur. Sulphur is required for proper synthesis and maintenance of connective tissue such as joints, tendons and cartilage, and helps to maintain their integrity and elasticity.
Glucosamine is a natural component found in the cartilage matrix and synovial fluid. Glucosamine is a major building block of the substances that together with protein form the structural units in cartilage. These structural units, called aggrecans, are important for the elasticity, resilience and shock-absorbing properties of cartilage. Supplementary glucosamine can be an important source of this vital component of cartilage as we age, helping to reduce cartilage wear, increase joint mobility and decreases joint stiffness.
Chondroitin, like glucosamine, is a natural component of cartilage. Chondroitin and glucosamine appear to work together in the synthesis of cartilage, as well as in the lubrication and nutrition of the joint. Chondroitin helps the joints to resist compression.
Manganese and boron are minerals which appear to play important roles in joint health. Manganese is essential for the production of cartilage and bone. Boron plays a role in the chemical make-up of bones and joints.
Dosage
Serving Suggestion: Serving size 5 g (1 metric heaped teaspoon) may be added to foods or cold beverages. Stir and serve. Take up to 6 serves a day.
Contraindications and cautions
- Contains glucose. If you are diabetic consult your healthcare professional before use.
- This product contains seafood-derived material. Not recommended for people with seafood allergies.
- There has been a single report of high doses of glucosamine and chondroitin causing worsening of asthma symptoms. Consult your healthcare professional before use if you are asthmatic.
- May occasionally cause mild gastrointestinal disturbance.
- Not suitable for use during pregnancy and lactation.
Ingredients
Glucose, chondroitin sulfate sodium, glucosamine hydrochloride, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), calcium ascorbate, citrus bioflavonoids, silica colloidal anhydrous, zinc oxide, manganese gluconate, borax, copper gluconate.
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Nutrient information
Average quantity |
Per 5g
1 serve |
Per 30g
6 serves per day |
Per 100g |
| Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) |
250mg |
1500mg |
5000mg |
| Glucosamine hydrochloride |
250mg |
1500mg |
5000mg |
| Chondroitin sulfate sodium 90% |
200mg |
1200mg |
4000mg |
| Vitamin C |
50mg |
300mg |
1000mg |
| Citrus Bioflavanoids |
50mg |
300mg |
1000mg |
| Zinc |
2mg |
12mg |
40mg |
| Manganese |
1mg |
6mg |
20mg |
| Copper |
160mcg |
1mg |
3.3mg |
| Boron |
250mcg |
1.5mg |
5mg |
| Nutrient information |
Per 5g
1 serve |
Per 30g
6 serves per day |
Per 100g |
| Energy |
79 KJ
(19 cals) |
474 KJ
(114 cals) |
1580 KJ
(380 cals) |
| Protein |
0.13 g |
0.78 g |
2.6 g |
| Fat, Total |
0.01 g |
0.06 g |
0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, Total |
4.5 g |
27 g |
90 g |
| Sugars |
3.5 g |
21 g |
70 g |
| Sodium |
12.5 mg |
75 mg |
250 mg |
Medicine interactions
Zinc may decrease the absorption and efficacy of some medications. If taking tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics separate doses by at least 2 hours.
Physical description
Free flowing beige coloured powder with dark speckles.
