"Carticare (Glucosamine Sulfate) is commonly used as a treatment for osteoarthritis, although its acceptance as a medical therapy varies. It is an amino sugar and a prominent precursor in the biochemical synthesis of glycosylated proteins and lipids. Since Carticare (Glucosamine Sulfate) is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans, and glycosaminoglycans are a major component of joint cartilage, supplemental Carticare (Glucosamine Sulfate) may help to rebuild cartilage and treat arthritis."