Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) afflicts more than 40 million people in the United States alone. The majority of people over age 70 have osteoarthritis—although it also strikes far
younger people—and it is considered to be a leading cause of disability.
Common Treatments
Today, the most common prescription and over-the-counter
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) relieve OA pain and inhibit inflammatory response.
Unfortunately, this class of drugs, while providing immediate relief, may also cause significant long-term
problems, including
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Renal difficulties
Edema
Proteoglycan synthesis suppression
Chondroitin sulfate biosynthesis suppression
Long-term inhibition of cartilage repair
Fortunately, SAM-e and glucosamine can provide significant help without the adverse issues associated with common solutions. Both of these compounds actively
support proteoglycan synthesis, and, hence, joint health.
By combining glucosamine and SAM-e in a single supplement, patients can get the
benefits of both, without facing the compliance issues associated with multiple
treatments.
