Glucosamine

[Ljr2]

Hi all. Is anyone taking glucosamine for ra. If yes are they any good.

[KittyJ]

My understanding is that it is used for OA not RA.

[sylvi in reply to KittyJ]

I was recommended it for RA by my rheumy nurse. xxx

[Ljr2 in reply to sylvi]

Hi I have been reading up on it so I will give it a try. I take turmeric religiously and my inflammation levels are always good so it cant hurt to give it a go. Thanks both for your replys

[Hidden in reply to Ljr2]

NICE is not in favour

nice.org.uk/donotdo/do-not-...

[oldtimer]

I think the jury is still out on glucosamine. Lots of anecdotal evidence to suggest it's helpful, but not the double blind trial data that would convince a sceptic.

[Ljr2 in reply to oldtimer]

I think an holiday in the sun would be more beneficial to us all but hey ho I will try for a while and see how I go.

[Hidden]

I get them for my dog to help his oa 🐶 He approves but I've not heard about them helping ra. x

[runningbracken]

Ive taken Glucosamine Sulphate for years, long before i got RA. An old friend who lift weights and body building put me on to them. Help with joint and bones strength an recovery he told me.

[AJCWarrior]

I’ve just started taking it as I’m doing a lot more running at the moment. Too early to say if it’s working yet. I’ve read that you need to supplement with 1500 mg of glucosamine daily if it’s to treat RA. I’m actually taking it because I’ve got OA in my index finger and little finger from sports injuries. I do also supplement with Turmeric extract, Cissus and collagen. I’ve found the collagen to be phenomenal in removing my general joint pain (even during the winter months which is a first) and the cissus has removed knee pain I was getting whilst running. I’m a walking (and running!) supplement junkie but I lead a really active life since being diagnosed 12 years ago. Jury’s still out as to if the glucosamine’s working but it can take a few weeks or months for some

[Plumcrumble in reply to AJCWarrior]

Hi, I was wondering if you have heard anything about avocardo and soy bean unsaponifiables, to cut a long story short I've got knee cartilage probs and read they might heal and strengthen cartilage etc, I know I should ask the rheumys but you know how difficult it is at the moment, thanks Sarah

[AJCWarrior in reply to Plumcrumble]

Hi Sarah, no I haven’t but I’ve just had a quick look as it’s a new one to me. I have heard of most things as well! I do go through 3 avocados a week on average and eat tofu as my diet is predominantly plant based but I see the unsaponifiables are a totally different part of the ingredient. I’ll have to do more research... thanks for the info. I don’t ask my rheumy’s advice or opinion as they’re so scientifically focused whereas I’m holistic with my approach and they don’t ever agree with that side of things. Proof’s in the pudding though and I’m doing the best I’ve done in 12 years of having it. I’ve also connected with 2 ladies who have put their RA in remission using a holistic approach and diet. Amanda

[Plumcrumble in reply to AJCWarrior]

Hi Amanda, thanks for your reply, it seems to have good write ups on various papers, and the only contra indications as far as I read, were if you take blood clotting drugs, if I manage to find out any more, I'll let you know, best wishes Sarah

[AJCWarrior in reply to Plumcrumble]

That’s really kind of you Sarah, thanks ever so much.

[CagneysMum]

I thought this was for OA not RA?

[nomoreheels]

Please, if you're considering any supplement before you buy ask your Rheumy first, they know what may & what may not be useful & the doses you'd need if it's thought it could be worth trying. I know it's tempting as supplements are easy to purchase but you can spend a lot of money for not so good results, or, as I’ve found recently you have to take a lot of something to have symptomatic benefits. The amount of a specific active ingredient/s which would be of any benefit varies by company, it's not as easy as just buying 1000mg capsules & taking 3, not all are the same. It can work out very expensive given capsules can include relatively small doses of possible benefit, the active ingredient. Not only do they vary greatly by company, the mg per capsule doesn't mean the important ingredient/s is/are equally higher. In short it's a minefield & you need to do your homework even before asking your Rheumy.

[Leics]

Whilst I was waiting for an RA diagnosis my rheumatologist prescribed me glucosamine I have to say it did absolutely nothing whatsoever and neither did cod liver oil except make me want to vomit 🤢. We are all different though what works for some doesn’t for others but I would seek advice before you buy it and take it yourself because these supplements sometimes can cause more harm than good.