Many other ginseng products provide only 2 to 14 percent ginsenosides. PhytoPharmica's innovative Phytosome process increases the absorption, biological activity, and delivery of Panax ginseng. One or two capsules daily as an addition to the everyday diet. Glucosamine Sulfate Glucosamine was initially used to treat arthritis in race horses, and more recently has been used to treat osteoarthritis in humans without the side effects of conventional arthritis medications. It is believed to work by rebuilding cartilage.
Many different formulations are available, and it is sometimes mixed with chondroitin.
The molecules in combination products are 250 times as large, and may not be absorbed as well. While some books recommend combination products which cost four times as much as the Glucosamine sulfate we offer, I have seen no evidence of any additional benefit from the higher cost. Recommended dose is 500 mg three times a day. Note that it may take several weeks to months to see an improvement in osteoarthritis. It has long been a puzzle why the French eat such a high fat diet but have less heart disease than we do.