Therefore it, like glucosamine, is extremely beneficial to the cartilage. Chondroitin is found in most animal tissues but is most abundant in cartilage. Like glucosamine, chondroitin has been thoroughly tested and has been shown to improve the health of cartilage and to reduce arthritis pain. I have found that 1500mg three times a day is a good place to start. You should check with your own health care provider.
Side effects are extremely rare and there is no known toxic level of chondroitin sulphate.
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