title: Glucosamine for osteoarthritis: part II, biologic and metabolic controversies.
abstract: Glucosamine is a popular nutritional supplement, discussed in clinical offices, peer-reviewed literature, and the media. Despite its popularity, much information is still needed regarding its biological effect in-vivo and its effects on glucose metabolism. The biologic effects of other constituents such as sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and other additives need to be investigated as well.
authors.affiliation: Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA 02111, USA. bbiggee@tufts-nemc.org
authors.forename: Beth Anne
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Biggee
authors.forename: Timothy
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: McAlindon
mesh_terms: D019587:Dietary Supplements; D005944:Glucosamine / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000188:drug therapy*
chemical_list: D005944:Glucosamine