abstract |
The present invention is directed to compositions which are useful for promoting one or more health benefits including, for example, promoting joint health, bone health, cardiac health, and/or anti-inflammation. The present invention is further directed to kits comprising the compositions and methods of using the compositions and kits. In particular, the present invention is directed to compositions comprising: (a) a chondroprotective agent selected from the group consisting of aminosugars, aminosugar salts, and mixtures thereof; and (b) water; wherein the composition exhibits a pH from about 3 to about 5. The compositions are suitable for mammalian use. The invention also relates to kits comprising the present compositions and methods of administering to a mammal a composition as defined herein. |