Posted by JLx on October 1, 2005, at 17:02:31
In reply to Re: I tried SAM-e, posted by JaneB on September 27, 2005, at 9:09:39
My dog has arthritis and was not wanting to even go for a walk a few years ago. I started giving her a canine formula with glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, yucca root powder and some vitamins; she was improved in one week, and was "good to go" for walks again in two weeks. Since animals are not subject to suggestability (she actually hates the taste of these things too), I think that indicates that these things actually DO something.
There are various formulas on the market, probably not as good as LEF's but not as expensive either.
The glucosamine is supposed to actually help rebuild the synovial fluid which lubricates the joints, http://www.medical-library.net/sitesd/framer.html?/sitesd/_glucosamine.html while other ingredients are for pain and inflammation.
I'd suggest you just start experimenting. Consumer's Lab has tested some brands for glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM contents:
http://www.consumerlab.com/results/gluco.asp
JL
> Do you take all those, and if so, in what form? At what cost? How soon are results expected?
> Thanks. Jane
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