Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical

Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM

by Protocol For Life Balance · Capsule

Supplement facts from the label of Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by Protocol For Life Balance: GreenGrown Glucosamine HCl 1.5 Gram(s), MSM 1.0 Gram(s).

Serving size3 Veg Capsule(s)
Servings per container40
Most servings a day on the label1
TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Barcode707359131309
Label recordDSLD 73235 · entered 2017-04-25

Supplement Facts

IngredientPer serving% DVUpper limit (adults)
GreenGrown Glucosamine HCl1.5 Gram(s)——
MSM1.0 Gram(s)——

Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.

On the label

For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free

Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 3 capsules daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

All Other Content: How It Works: Glucosamine is an essential substrate for the formation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and proteoglycans, the main components of cartilage tissue.* Proteoglycans and GAGs trap and hold water, forming a dense fluid cushion within the joint for lubrication and shock absorption.* Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a natural source of organic sulfur, a mineral necessary for the production of p

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan: This formula supports healthy joint structure and function and, unlike most Glucosamine products, Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.*

All Other Content: Cautions/Interactions: MSM is generally well tolerated with no known drug interactions. Pregnant/nursing women, as well as individuals with glaucoma should consult their healthcare practitioner before taking MSM.

Precautions re: All Other: Some reports state that MSM has been detected in proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy imagery of the brain and cerebral fluid; these observations were not related to any clinical manifestation related to the intake of MSM. Mild transient gastrointestinal manifestations may occur

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: May interact with anticoagulant/antiplatelet agents.

This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.

Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).