Connective Tissue
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Connective Tissue are those Tissues of the body that support and give form to the body and its organs.
These Substances may Enhance the Function of Connective Tissue
Carbohydrates
Chondroitin Sulfate is an essential component of the Proteoglycans content of Connective Tissue. [1]
Hyaluronic Acid binds to and protects Connective Tissue.
Proteoglycans are an essential component of Connective Tissue. [2]
Hormones
Human Growth Hormone (hGH) may stimulate the growth of various Connective Tissue.
Minerals
Copper is required for the growth of Connective Tissue (due to Copper being an essential component of the Lysyl Oxidase enzyme that catalyzes the final step in the synthesis of Collagen which is an essential component of all Connective Tissue).
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