| abstract |
The present invention generally relates to the protection and repair of connective tissues. In particular, the present invention relates to the use of chondroitin sulfates and their derivatives in the protection and repair of connective tissue. The present inventors have found that unsaturated chondroitin sulfate unsaturated can be used for the preparation of a composition for developing, protecting and / or repairing connective tissues. This allows, for example, to treat or prevent osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and / or its symptoms, as well as treat or prevent the signs of skin aging such as the appearance of wrinkles effectively. |