Glucosamine - taking glucosamine supplements relieves osteoarthritic pain and increases joint mobility. The effects of glucosamine may not be noticed immediately. For many, it takes six months or more for the first results to appear.
Chondroitin - spreads its effect to the whole body - reduces pain. B-complex vitamins (especially important B6) - foods rich in choline and B-vitamins can provide the ingredients needed to make endorphins, natural pain destroyers.
Vitamin C complex and vitamin E. are strong antioxidants. They have a preventive role in tissue inflammation and arthritis. They work best when taken together.
Omega-3 fatty acids - Folk belief and medical research for at least the last three decades have recommended fish oil to treat inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.
