Glucosamine Product Guide
We at the GORC highly recommend liquid glucosamine over any other form. But for the sake of argument, we reviewed three liquid formulas and one pill formula. Products are listed in order of excellence, by anti-inflammatory grade and quality/purity score.
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Flexicose® and FlexicosePlus® Liquid Glucosamine Complex
For People and Pets
(www.Flexicose.com)
Anti-inflammatory Grade: A
Overall Quality/Purity Score: A+
The Basics:
1500 mg Glucosamine Sulfate & HCL
Chondroitin Sulfate, MSM, Yucca Root, Aloe Vera Gel, Bromelain, Boswellia Serrata and Hyaluronic Acid (FlexicosePlus only)
Liquid Formula - Excellent (95%)
Cost per Serving: .94¢ or less
Zero sugar, sodium, sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners
Sweetener: Stevia only
Extra Perks: gluten-free, safe for diabetics, free bottle promotions, free shipping and money back guarantee
Please Note: You will pay a little bit more for a liquid formula.
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Joint Juice
(Various Retailers)
Anti-inflammatory Grade: B-
Overall Quality/Purity Score: C-
The Basics:
1500 mg Glucosamine HCL
Chondroitin Sulfate
Liquid Formula - Excellent (95%)
Cost per Serving: $1.00
Sweetener: Sugar
Extra Perks: gluten-free, free of sugar alcohols, free shipping on orders over $25
Please Note: This product contains high sodium, carb and sugar content with 25 cal per serving. This makes the product unsuitable for diabetics. It is also very low in MSM, chondroitin, and does not include natural anti-inflammatory ingredients such as Aloe Vera Gel (see above). You will pay a little more for a liquid formula.
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Wellesse Glucosamine
(Various Retailers)
Anti-inflammatory Grade: B
Overall Quality/Purity Score: D-
The Basics:
2000 mg of Glucosamine HCL
Chondroitin Sulfate, MSM
Liquid Formula - Excellent (95%)
Cost per Serving: $2.37
Sweetener: artificial sweeteners
Extra Perks: gluten-free, Zero sugar, free shipping on orders over $25
Please Note: Wellesse contains very high Glucosamine and chondroitin. However, the negatives far outweigh the positives. Wellesse also contains 30 cal, 7 g of carbohydrates and 150 mg of sodium per serving. You will pay a little more for a liquid formula.
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Osteo Bi-Flex (pill form)
(Various Retailers)
Anti-inflammatory Grade: F
Overall Quality/Purity Score: D-
The Basics:
1500 mg of Glucosamine HCL
Boswellia
Pill Formula - Poor (up to 35%)
Cost per Serving: .67¢
Zero calories, carbohydrates, sugar, sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners
Sweetener: N/A
Extra Perks: Very inexpensive, gluten-free, free shipping on orders over $25
Please Note: Osteo Bi-Flex may be the least expensive, but you have to wonder what you are getting for your money. In this case you are getting low absorption, very high sodium and glucosamine HCL only!
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Final Suggestions:
Only purchase dietary supplements that are made in the USA and are manufactured in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) facility. This ensures that the product is subjected to strict quality controls and contains all of the ingredients listed on the label in the exact dosages stated.
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Our Top Pick:
Flexicose® and FlexicosePlus® Liquid Glucosamine Complex
www.Flexicose.com
ENTER COUPON CODE AT CHECKOUT: OSTEO-10% OFF
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