In the UK & Ireland alone almost 10 million people suffer from joint pain caused by osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis
Selenium and Zinc
Selenium and Zinc
A lack of trace elements can lead to cartilage destruction AND inflammation. But do supplements make sense? CONTINUE READING…
Micronutrient Therapy For Osteoarthritis
Micronutrient Therapy For Osteoarthritis
Ostearthritis affects approximately every 5th person in our society…
WILLOW BARK
WILLOW BARK
Willow bark has a natural combination of analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effect with few side effects…
Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods
SUMMARY A large number of foods has been identified as rich in anti-inflammatory agents. These foods should be preferably consumed when an individual is suffering from arthritis. There has been significant research into combination therapies that are making living with arthritis more manageable. In addition to medications, occupational therapy, and natural supplements, more people are subscribing to [...]
Pine Bark Extract
Pine Bark Extract
SUMMARY: Pine Bark Extract treats Osteoarthritis, Arthritis and Gout Pine bark extract is a remedy that has been used in naturopathy for centuries. Over the course of the last 15 years, the extract has also been intensively studied by Western standards. By now, over 300 studies have been conducted. Amongst other things, the extract has an [...]
Vitamin C
Vitamin C
SUMMARY Vitamin C deficiency affects about 30% of people. This shortage causes an increased inflammation of the joints. The intake of vitamin C can improve symptoms of arthritis. Vitamin C therefore forms part of a natural basic treatment for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Benefits of vitamins in arthritis treatment Vitamins are important cofactors of enzymes and [...]
Vitamin E
Vitamin E
SUMMARY Vitamin E is an import antioxidant that can decrease the activity of free radicals. This can help to reduce the damaging effects of oxidative stress on joint cartilage. Since vitamin E also has anti-inflammatory properties, it may have an important role to play in the natural treatment of osteoarthritis. What is Vitamin E Vitamin E [...]
Collagen
Collagen
SUMMARY Type II collagen can be found in almost all cartilage tissue, which is why it is often included in supplements or topical creams for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA). Although some clinical research has shown a pain relieving effect, the science overall is not clear whether collagen is a reliable OA treatment option. More research is therefore needed. [...]
Green-lipped mussel
Green-lipped mussel
SUMMARY Green-lipped mussel has pain relieving properties and been shown to reduce pain intensity and increase the mobility of knee joints in patients with osteoarthritis. Significantly, it supports better intestinal health, because it is better digestible than many other conventional treatments. The symptoms of osteoarthritis can be improved by supplementation with glucosamine and green-lipped mussels. How [...]