By the way, doctor: Should I supplement my diet with Ambrotose?
Glycoproteins are important in communication between cells. Although they're required for normal biological functioning, our bodies make all we need from the food we eat. Except for a few people with rare genetic conditions, there's no evidence that humans are deficient in glycoproteins, and there are no controlled studies showing that "glyconutrients" can help treat or prevent any disorder.
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