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Glucosamine Linked to Faster Alzheimer's Progression in Large Health-Record Study

A large health-record analysis found that glucosamine use was associated with a 25% higher likelihood of mild cognitive impairment progressing to dementia. Lab experiments suggest the popular joint supplement may intensify an abnormal sugar-tagging process in the Alzheimer's brain, though researchers say clinical trials are needed to determine whether it actually causes harm.

Glucosamine, a popular joint supplement, linked to faster Alzheimer’s progression
Glucosamine Linked to Faster Alzheimer's Progression in Large Health-Record Study
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A large health-record analysis found that glucosamine use was associated with a 25% higher likelihood of mild cognitive impairment progressing to dementia. Lab experiments suggest the popular joint supplement may intensify an abnormal sugar-tagging process in the Alzheimer's bra…