Glucosamine Sulfate
Joint comfort support.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Mixed evidence. Some benefit for knee/joint comfort in certain populations.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: 1,500 mg/day commonly
Timing: Daily with food.
Role in a stack
Joint support.
Redundancy check:
Cautions & safety
Shellfish allergy concerns depending on source. Use caution with blood thinners or diabetes medications.
Mixed study results but widely used.
Best for
users with joint wear or discomfort
References
- Glucosamine for osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis. Arthritis & Rheumatism (2005)
Evidence is mixed. Glucosamine sulfate shows modest benefit for knee joint comfort in some trials, but large independent trials (like GAIT) show inconsistent results. More useful in symptomatic individuals.
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.