Whiskits

Envoyé : 24/03/2008 21:41

.................................For the Arthridis Suffer

............................................Ginger

Ginger is soothing for people with arthritis having inflamed joints. Regular supplementation for three months or longer can reduce pain, swelling and inflammation in osteoarthritis. In addition to its positive effects for arthritis, ginger is also very soothing for the digestive system. It is also very effective in the treatment of nausea, motion sickness or morning sickness in pregnancy.

Suggested Dosage: 1,000 mg or more four times daily (grate a piece of fresh ginger in cup of hot water/herbal tea, mix with lemon juice and some unpasteurized honey, for a nice ginger tea).

...........................................Yucca

The use of the yucca plant has proven highly effective as an immune stimulant with inflammation and infection reduction powers, making it great as an arthritis herb remedy. Yucca extract is made from the plant find in southwestern deserts of the U.S. and in Mexico. A saponin extract of yucca has been demonstrated to help reverse osteoarthritis within three months of use without side effects. The extract is safe enough to be taken for long periods of time, and is available without prescription from health food stores, often in combination arthritis herbal remedies.

Suggested Dosage: 500 mg four times daily.

..........................................Green Tea

Contains health-promoting compounds called bioflavonoids. The bioflavonoids in green tea of particular value for people with arthritis are called catechins. They have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, helping to neutralize destructive compounds called free radicals (formed in the body as a result of pesticide-laden foods, alcohol, smoking, coffee, soda, environmental and air pollution, yeast overgrowth).

......................................St John's Worth Oil

St. John's Wort Oil is an effective massage oil for relief of sciatica, arthritis and back pain. It is also an effective remedy for glandular swellings, and for minor burns and contusions.

................................................Boswellia

Boswellia has unique anti-inflammatory action, much like the conventional non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used by many for inflammatory conditions. Unlike NSAIDs, however, long-term use of boswellia does not lead to irritation or ulceration of the stomach.

.............................................White Willow

White willow has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. Although the analgesic actions of willow are typically slow-acting, they tend to last longer than aspirin. One double blind study found that a product featuring white willow (though also containing black cohosh, guaiac [Guaiacum officinale], sarsaparilla, and aspen bark) effectively reduced osteoarthritis pain compared to placebo. White willow products providing approximately 100 mg salicin per day are generally recommended by doctors of natural medicine.