There has been some conflicting research on the benefits of supplementing with glucosamine and chondroitin. Mostly when the studies have been done on each supplement alone, no major benefit has been shown. However, studies which have been done on glucosamine and chondroitin together have shown it to reduce joint pain, prevent osteoarthritis and allow athletes to avoid joint injury.

The interesting thing is that some studies have shown glucosamine chondroitin supplementation have been as effective as pain relievers such as ibuprofen in relieving pain knee, and having fewer side effects as well. There are no known side effects of supplementing with glucosamine chondroitin. However, those who have diabetes or are allergic to shellfish are recommended not to take glucosamine chondroitin unless they have discussed it with their physician to prevent any further problem.

This was a great article for me to write up because as I had suspected I would definitely recommend that my friends who have any knee or joint pain to supplement with glucosamine chondroitin. There appears to be no harm in doing so although some scientists may disagree that there are major benefits. Try a month long test and see for yourself if it helps you eliminate joint pain.