Lamberts Vegetarian Glucosamine Hydrochloride (HCl) is manufactured from a vegetable source that undergoes a special fermentation process. This supplement is also suitable for Vegans. Glucosamine is essential for maintaining healthy cartilage, the smooth tissue that lines joints. Suitable for those allergic to shellfish. Helps maintain healthy joints. Can be taken to protect and preserve existing joint tissues A vegetarian and vegan alternative. Glucosamine is a natural constituent of connective tissue, which has an important role in joint mobility. There are no edible food sources of glucosamine, so when our bodies fail to manufacture sufficient natural glucosamine, supplementation is useful to help maintain healthy cartilage, the smooth tissue that lines joints.