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Supplement commonly used for joint support
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Glucosamine & MSM supplement (2 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1.5 g
5
KCAL / 1.5G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.25 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 1.5 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (half) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 4.5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 6 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (half) | 9 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 18 g | 65 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement is marketed to support joint health. Glucosamine is a compound found in cartilage, while MSM is a sulfur-containing compound. The supplement is not a cure for arthritis and cannot replace prescribed treatment.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement may ease osteoarthritis symptoms for some people, but evidence is mixed, and results are not guaranteed. Research on glucosamine varies by form and study; MSM also has limited evidence for symptom relief.
If a glucosamine & MSM supplement helps, the change may take several weeks to notice, and some people notice no benefit. It does not work like an immediate pain reliever, so persistent or worsening joint pain deserves proper assessment.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement can cause digestive symptoms such as nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, or constipation. Headache may also occur. Stop taking it and seek advice if you have a severe reaction or symptoms that do not settle.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement may interact with warfarin and affect bleeding risk or clotting tests. If you take warfarin or another anticoagulant, ask your prescriber or pharmacist before using it, and do not change your medicine dose yourself.
No, a glucosamine & MSM supplement has not been shown to rebuild worn or damaged joint cartilage. Glucosamine is associated with cartilage, but taking it does not mean existing joint damage will be repaired.
People with a shellfish allergy should avoid this glucosamine & MSM supplement: shellfish is listed as an allergen, and glucosamine is often sourced from shellfish shells. Do not assume a supplement is safe without confirming its source with the manufacturer.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement can generally be taken with or without food, but follow the instructions for your specific product. Taking it with a meal may help if it upsets your stomach; there is no universal timing rule.
Glucosamine sulfate has been studied more often for osteoarthritis than glucosamine hydrochloride, but research findings are inconsistent and do not establish that every sulfate product works. The form in a glucosamine & MSM supplement can vary, so compare the ingredient list.
A glucosamine & MSM supplement can be taken alongside chondroitin in some regimens, but adding chondroitin has not been proven to improve results for everyone. Combining supplements can complicate side effects or medicine interactions, so check with a pharmacist if you take regular medication.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
2.25mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 piece (small) (1.5 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Glucosamine & MSM supplement combines glucosamine with MSM, short for methylsulfonylmethane. It is sold as a dietary supplement, commonly in capsules, tablets or powder, rather than as a food ingredient used in everyday cooking. People often choose it as part of a routine intended to support joint health.
It has no familiar meal-time role or distinctive serving tradition; capsules and tablets are usually taken with water, while powder can be mixed as directed on the product label. A typical 1.5 g serving is small, so its listed energy and carbohydrate values per 100 g may not reflect much in a serving. Follow the label, and check with a health professional if you are unsure whether it suits you or how to take it.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.