• What is superior about the glucosamine NutraSense uses called Regenasure® from Cargill, Inc.?
  Regenasure® Glucosamine is the only U.S.-produced glucosamine, the only glucosamine with GRAS status, produced from a vegetarian source and suited for vegetarians and those with shellfish allergies, Kosher (and Kosher for Passover) and Halal certified,produced in a HACCP facility in accordance with food Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and produced without the contaminants, environmental impact, and seasonality related to the production and sourcing of shellfish-derived glucosamine

• Why does NS use only Glucosamine HCL?
  There are four possible sources of Glucosamine: Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Glucosamine Hydroiodide, N-acetyl Glucosamine, and Glucosamine Sulfate, only two of them are recommended, the Hydrochloride and the Sulfate versions. The two glucosamines are identical in their effects, though the Hydrochloride version is more cost effective as it is a richer source of Glucosamine.

• How does Glucosamine HCL work?
  Glucosamine is produced naturally in the body by chondrocytes in cartilage to help maintain and build healthy joint tissue. Chondrocytes use supplemental Glucosamine to produce more cartilage components collagen, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid and other joint constituents. More glucosamine means your body has a better chance of decreasing or eliminating pain caused by insufficient lubricants and poor shock absorption. Glucosamine is not an instant "pain killer" and will initially take 3-6 weeks before you see results.
  

• What is the Daily dosage?
  The recommended daily dosage is 1500mg. When an individual begins supplementation with Glucosamine, it is typical to double the dosage for the first week, and then reduce dosage to 1500 mg per day (one capsule in the A.M., one capsule in the P.M.). Some individuals have reported success in taking more than two capsules per day.
  
  
• How pure is the glucosamine in Glucosamine ES
  NutraSense uses only pure Glucosamine HCL. It is the only Glucosamine produced in North America
  

• What side effects are there?
  There are no known side effects to glucosamine supplementation. However, you should consult your doctor if you are an insulin dependent diabetic or if you are pregnant.
  
  
• Are there any drug interactions with Glucosamine?
  There have been no reported drug interactions with Glucosamine.

• Is all Glucosamine the same? What about quality?
  NutraSense Glucosamine-ES and Glucosamine Plus Chondroitin Complex are the only Glucosamine Products sold on the internet that are manufactured with USA produced Glucosamine and Chondroitin. Most Glucosamine products offered in retail outlets and all other Glucosamine products offered on the internet are made using imported Glucosamine and Chondroitin, AND the vast majority, over 90%, of the imported Glucosamine comes from China. WHY? The Chinese Glucosamine is much cheaper. WHY? Because the quality is not controlled, product specifications and plant sanitation are minimal, and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) controls are not used in China which by our laws must be used here.
  
  There are no FDA monitored Glucosamine plants outside of the USA.