noun
- a natural compound found in cartilage that is commonly taken as a dietary supplement to support joint health
Usage: medical; nutritional
Examples
- Many people with arthritis take glucosamine supplements to reduce joint pain.
- The doctor recommended glucosamine and chondroitin for her knee problems.
- Glucosamine is naturally produced by the body but decreases with age.
- The supplement contains 1500mg of glucosamine sulfate per tablet.
- Research on glucosamine’s effectiveness for joint health shows mixed results.
- She started taking glucosamine after her morning runs began causing knee discomfort.