98% chondroitin sulfate powder

Chondroitin sulfate (CS) is a type of glycosaminoglycan covalently linked to proteins to form proteoglycans. Chondroitin sulfate is widely distributed in the extracellular matrix and cell surface of animal tissues. The sugar chain is polymerized by alternating glucuronic acid and N-acetylgalactosamine, and is connected to the serine residue of the core protein through a sugar-like linking region. .

Although the main chain structure of the polysaccharide is not complex, it shows a high degree of heterogeneity in terms of the degree of sulfation, sulfate groups, and the distribution of the two differences into isomeric uronic acids within the chain. The fine structure of chondroitin sulfate determines functional specificity and interactions with multiple protein molecules.

Anti-aging effects of chondroitin sulfate

At present, the main sources of chondroitin sulfate extraction are cartilage from sharks, cattle, pigs, and chickens. In Europe, the United States, Japan and other countries, chondroitin sulfate is mainly used as a health food or medicine to prevent and treat arthritis, coronary heart disease, keratitis, angina pectoris and other diseases.

1. Chondroitin sulfate has a strong effect on scavenging oxygen free radicals.

There are many types of oxygen free radicals in the human body that cause oxidative damage to the body, among which hydroxyl radicals and superoxide anion free radicals are the most active. Studies have shown that chondroitin sulfate has high hydroxyl radical scavenging activity and superoxide anion free radical activity. The half inhibitory concentrations are 8.77mg/mL and 0.94mg/mL respectively. The scavenging ability is directly related to the concentration and purity of chondroitin sulfate. Related. Chondroitin sulfate has strong antioxidant capacity, thereby protecting the body from oxidative damage caused by oxygen free radicals and exerting anti-aging effects.

2. Prevention and treatment of arthritis

The main application of chondroitin sulfate in medicine is as a medicine to treat joint diseases. When used in conjunction with glucosamine, it can relieve joint pain, promote cartilage regeneration, and can fundamentally improve joint problems. In the United States, chondroitin sulfate is used as a dietary supplement. It can bind water molecules to lubricate and support joints. Chondroitin sulfate can improve joint mobility and make joints move freely.

3. It has the effect of preventing and treating osteoporosis

Studies have shown that chondroitin sulfate can significantly increase bone mineral content and bone density, reduce serum alkaline phosphatase levels, and significantly improve the biomechanical parameters of the femur, thus having a therapeutic effect on osteoporosis.

4. Protective effect on eyes

Chondroitin sulfate has a protective effect on corneal collagen fibers and can promote the healing of corneal wounds, the absorption of exudate and the elimination of inflammation. Chondroitin sulfate is combined with other drugs to form compound eye drops, which are used to prevent visual fatigue, conjunctival congestion, eye itching, and treat dry eye syndrome.

5. Other functions

It can also treat neurological headaches, trigeminal neuralgia, coronary heart disease, angina pectoris, myocardial hypoxia, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, joint pain, atherosclerosis and hepatitis. In addition, chondroitin sulfate also has anticoagulant and antithrombotic effects, and can also be used as an auxiliary treatment for hearing impairment and liver function damage caused by streptomycin, as well as for the auxiliary treatment of hyperlipidemia.