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Authors M Shimizu, K Fujita, J Ichikawa, F Morimatsu, N Mukai
Title   Collagen and glucosamine hydrate supplementation improve the joint 
markers in humans
Full source     Japanese Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine, 2004, 
Vol 53, Iss 5, pp 559-566

The present study was designed to examine the positive impact of collagen and 
glucosamine hydrate supplementation on joint markers, matrix 
metalloproteinase-3 (MMP-3), tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 (TIMP-1) 
and keratane sulfate (KS). Thirteen healthy fun-runners supplemented collagen 
and glucosamine hydrate for 30 days. Blood samples were collected on days 0, 15 
and 30. The test-drink, supplement, however, significantly decreased MMP-3 and 
KS on days 15 and 30. These results suggest that the supplementation of 
collagen and glucosamine hydrate may prevent injury and inflammation of joint 
cartilages and be useful for joint conditions.


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