chondroitin

noun

chon·​droi·​tin kän-ˈdrȯi-tᵊn How to pronounce chondroitin (audio)
-ˈdrō-ə-tən
variants or chondroitin sulfate
: any of several glycosaminoglycans that occur in sulfated form in various tissues (such as cartilage and tendons) and are used in dietary supplements in a natural or synthetic form especially to treat the symptoms of osteoarthritis

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Several studies have found MSM to be anti-inflammatory, reducing inflammation and pain in arthritis, especially when combined with glucosamine and chondroitin supplements. Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Health, 10 Aug. 2024 Glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, various plant compounds, vitamin D, collagen, and more are available as single-ingredient supplements. Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Health, 10 Aug. 2024 Glucosamine and chondroitin: Glucosamine and chondroitin supplements can help reduce joint pain, according to Dr. Levine, although the research is mixed. Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2024 Certain supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate may provide relief by promoting joint health and reducing inflammation. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 10 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for chondroitin 

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Chondroïtin, from Chondroitsäure "chondroitic acid (an acid found in cartilage)" (from chondro- chondro- + -it -ite entry 1) + -in -in entry 1

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chondroitin was in 1895

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“Chondroitin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chondroitin. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

chondroitin

noun
: any of several glycosaminoglycans occurring in sulfated form in various tissues (as cartilage and tendons)
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