Glucosamine & Chondroitin With MSM

Glucosamine & Chondroitin With MSM

Protocol For Life Balance4.8 (211 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) · 30 servings
$28.00 $0.93 per serving
iHerb$28.00

Product analysis

52 out of 100

Glucosamine & Chondroitin With MSM combines its three named ingredients in one formula. The chondroitin comes from bovine cartilage, so the blend is unsuitable for someone avoiding animal-derived ingredients.

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Nutrient Quality23

The chondroitin source is identified, but ingredient quality remains uncertain. Most other form details are omitted, so the blend cannot be compared confidently on that basis.

Ingredient Transparency69

Amounts are listed throughout the formula. Only the chondroitin source is specified, leaving most form details unclear.

Value For Money70

The available cost information does not establish value for the main glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM combination. An attractive serving-price comparison for sodium does not show whether the main ingredients justify the cost.

Customer Satisfaction75

Customer ratings are very positive across a moderate number of reviews. The feedback describes satisfaction rather than establishing effectiveness.

Product Focus40

The formula brings its named ingredients together, but a specific benefit is not established by the available information. None of the listed ingredients is confirmed to be unnecessary.

Format
Capsule
Container
90 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.93
Customer rating
4.8 · 211 ratings
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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Sodium
150 mg 53
Glucosamine Sulfate
1.1 Gram(s)
Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate (Bovine Cartilage)
 1.2 Gram(s)
MSM
300 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Sodium · 150 mg OverallScore53
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value
150 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity. The cost per serving is low. The sodium source is unknown. No artificial sweetener or color is listed.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability48

The sodium source is unknown. Potassium is present, but its form is unclear.
Sodium Source Purity & Quality
The sodium source is unknown.
Bioavailability of Supporting Electrolytes
Potassium is present, but its form is unclear.
Trace Mineral Complex & Buffering Forms
No trace mineral complex or sodium bicarbonate is identified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency35

150 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity. No artificial sweetener or color is listed.
Sodium Dosage for Athletic Replenishment
150 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity.
Ingredient Label Transparency
The sodium amount is stated, but the potassium amount is unclear.
Artificial Color and Sweetener Disclosure
No artificial sweetener or color is listed.

Value100

The cost per serving is low.
Price Per Serving vs. Collection Median
The cost per serving is low.
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83 Performance

Glucosamine & Chondroitin with MSM

NOW

Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)) provides a better-defined or more complete joint support option than the original's Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). Extensive positive rating evidence supports acceptance, and the serving value is reasonable.

79 Performance

Glucosamine & Chondroitin With MSM

Protocol For Life Balance

Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)) provides a better-defined or more complete joint support option than the original's Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). Chondroitin may add to warfarin anticoagulation, so users of warfarin need prescriber guidance.

87 Performance

Buffered C Powder 1000 mg

California Gold Nutrition

Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg), Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)) gives a better-defined vitamin C support option than the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). It does not replace the original's joint support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

84 Budget

Glucosamine & Chondroitin With MSM

NOW

Lower serving cost still provides Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)), compared with the original's Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). Its larger supply and extensive positive rating evidence improve practical value.

79 Budget

Glucosamine & Chondroitin

Protocol For Life Balance

Lower serving cost still provides Sodium (110.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate as Glucosamine Potassium Sulfate Complex (1.50Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)), compared with the original's Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). Chondroitin may add to warfarin anticoagulation, so users of warfarin need prescriber guidance.

75 Budget

Glucosamine & Chondroitin plus Hyaluronic Acid + MSM

21st Century

Lower serving cost still provides Sodium (120.00mg), MSM (500.00mg), Glucosamine HCl (1500.00mg), compared with the original's Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). Chondroitin may add to warfarin anticoagulation, so users of warfarin need prescriber guidance.

86 Value

Pure Buffered Sodium Ascorbate

NOW

Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (210.00mg), Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.67Gram(s)) offers favorable value for vitamin C support compared with the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). It does not replace the original's joint support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

84 Value

Sodium Chloride 1000 mg

Nutricost

Sodium as Sodium Chloride (390.00mg), Chloride as Sodium Chloride (610.00mg) offers favorable value for workout hydration compared with the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). It does not replace the original's joint support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

82 Value

Vitamin C

Source Naturals

Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (275.00mg), Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (2.00Gram(s)) offers favorable value for vitamin C support compared with the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Sodium (150.00mg), Glucosamine Sulfate (1.10Gram(s)), Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate as Bovine Cartilage (1.20Gram(s)). It does not replace the original's joint support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

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