Glucosamine occurs naturally in the body, but with age and other factors, production steadily declines. A factor in the building of healthy cartilage, glucosamine has the ability to protect against the deterioration of cartilage. Supplemental glucosamine helps to stimulate the manufacture of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), key components of cartilage cell growth. GAGs maintain the structure of cartilage, giving it shock-absorbing qualities.Chondroitin also has the ability to reduce the deterioration of cartilage in joints, and is used effectively to rebuild healthy cartilage tissue and prevent further damage. Chondroitin works by attracting nutrients and water into the cartilage as well as inhibiting the enzymes that damage cartilage tissue. Chondroitin’s ability to stabilize damaged cartilage increases when combined with glucosamine sulfate which thickens the synovial fluid, lubricating the joints.Supplemental glucosamine and chondroitin may result in reductions in joint pain, stiffness, tenderness and swelling, as well as increased joint performance. Glucosamine Chondroitin Triple Strength from Webber Naturals helps slow the progression of osteoarthritis, maintains structural integrity of joints and connective tissue, and reduces any pain associated with osteoarthritis – only with two tablets per day!