glycosaminoglycans


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glycosaminoglycans

Mucopolysaccharides, a range of polysaccharides containing amino sugars or monosaccharides in which the -OH group is replaced by an NH2 group. Heparin is a glycosaminoglycan. All six classes contain substantial amounts of D-glucosamine and D-galactosamine.
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The researchers also reported that brain cells in the treated mice exhibited normalized levels of the glycosaminoglycans and the lysosomal enzyme beta-hexosaminidase.
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It resembles other endogenous glycosaminoglycans, including dermatan sulfate, keratan sulfate and chondroitin sulfate.
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Eggshell membranes contain fibrous proteins such as collagen, but have also been shown to contain glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) such as dermatan sulfate and chondroitin sulfate, hexosamines such as glucosamine, and significant amounts of hyaluronic acid, all important ingredients in joint care.
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Fibroblasts (the cells in tendons and ligaments) produce tissue fibers from collagen, elastin, and ground substance, consisting of glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans.
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This enzyme deficiency leads to the accumulation of certain complex carbohydrates, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), in the lysosomes, giving rise to progressive cellular, tissue and organ system dysfunction.
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A highly bioavailable calcium source, it contains microcrystalline hydroxyapatite (crystalline calcium and phosphorus), natural amino acids and glycosaminoglycans as well as a range of bone trace minerals designed to support bone health.
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sugars known as glycosaminoglycans for treating inflammatory diseases like
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