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Chondroitin
Chondroitin (chondroitin sulfate) is a natural component of cartilage. Supplements are usually made from animal cartilage, for example from cattle, pigs or sharks.
Also listed as Condrosulf, Chondroitin Sulfate
What it is studied for
The strongest rated effects first. Bars show the size of the effect, the letter grades the evidence, and each rating lists the studies behind it.
Every rating with its studiesGrouped by health goal, with the publications behind each rating
Why people take it
Bone & Joint28.8%
Essential Health22.5%
Longevity14.7%
Immune Support13.1%
Fitness9.4%
Hair & Skin5.8%
SuppCo community snapshot, 2026-09-28. Reasons for use are not evidence that it works.
Shark cartilage
Glucosamine