Question

question 46 2 pts
__________ inhibits enzymes that are responsible for cartilage degradation and decreases the production of inflammatory mediators.
glucosamine
chondroitin
glycosaminoglycans
hyaluronic acid

Explanation:

Chondroitin inhibits enzymes involved in cartilage degradation and reduces the production of inflammatory mediators. Glucosamine is involved in building blocks of cartilage but not primarily in this inhibitory - inflammatory reducing role. Glycosaminoglycans are a class that chondroitin belongs to. Hyaluronic acid has different functions mainly related to lubrication and tissue hydration rather than this specific inhibition.

Answer:

B. Chondroitin