noun
- Plural of chondroitin; sulfated glycosaminoglycans found in cartilage and connective tissue, often used in dietary supplements for joint health.
Usage: technical; medical/scientific context; commonly used in nutritional supplements
Examples
- Chondroitins are naturally present in cartilage and bone.
- Many joint supplements contain glucosamine and chondroitins.
- The study examined the effects of chondroitins on osteoarthritis.
- Chondroitins help maintain the structural integrity of connective tissue.
- Athletes often take chondroitins to support cartilage health.