Glucosamine capsule
The glucosamine capsule are very similar to glucosamine powder, but in many jurisdictions, glucosamine powder is considered a medical treatment (at least when mixed into a liquid and injected) while the glucosamine capsule is regarded as a nutritional supplement. Generally speaking, the glucosamine capsule is a capsule containing glucosamine powder, but quite a lot of other extracts and powders may have been mixed into it to keep it stable.

The best thing with the glucosamine capsule is that it already has a fixed dosage and is ready to be swallowed. Still, some of the glucosamine might be lost due to the nature of the capsule and liquid glucosamine is still considered by many to be the best option available on the market. The glucosamine capsule will, unlike the powder version, often contain other beneficial ingredients such as calcium, vitamins or Omega 3. These things are all great for your body, but if you keep a healthy diet that makes such supplements superflous it is of course a waste of money to buy expensive glucosamine capsules with a lot of "extras". You may even be allergic to the added compounds, and it is therefore important to read through the ingredients list before you purchase glucosamine capsules.

Glucosamine capsules are favoured among bodybuilders and arthritis patients alike, since it is important for both groups to strengthen all parts of the body, not only the muscles. Glucosamine plays a major part in the formation, maintenance and repair of cartilage, which is found between our bones. The aim of the cartilage is to protect our joints from wear and tear.

When taking glucosamine capsules as a nutritional supplement, it is important to follow the instructions that come with the product or recommendations directly from your own doctor.

Obviously, a doctor’s opinion is always the best, but few doctors concern themselves with what kind of extra nutrition you take unless it can produce adverse effects. If you know that you are on any other medication or have underlying health problems, your dietary supplements should always be discussed with your doctor before you start using them.