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SAMe Effective in Managing Knee Health |
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Entered on 4/14/06 |
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SAMe is as effective as a COX-2 inhibitor drug in managing the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis, but its onset of action is slower, according to a recent study. |
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An Integrative Approach to Chronic Pain Management — Alternative Response to A Pharmaceutical Disaster |
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Entered on 4/12/06 |
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While chronic pain often necessitates medical therapy, particularly in extreme cases, an integrative approach that combines simple dietary modifications, regular exercise, and nutritional supplements can dramatically improve quality of life and reduce the requirement for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to control pain. |
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SAMe: The Multi-Functional Supernutrient |
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Entered on 4/12/06 |
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For more than 25 years S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe) has been prescribed by doctors in Europe as a treatment for depression, osteoarthritis, liver disease, schizophrenia, demyelinating diseases (like multiple sclerosis), dementia, peripheral neuropathy, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), migraine headaches, cardiovascular disease and other conditions. |
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Collagen Type II Shown to Reverse Skin and Joint Aging |
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Entered on 4/10/06 |
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Regular use of Collagen Type II may help support healthy joints, improve wound healing as well as improve quality and growth of hair and nails |
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Back Pain: A Nutritional Approach for an All-Too-Common Condition |
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Entered on 3/21/06 |
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Natural substances that have been proven in research to reduce inflammation by several pathways are available and essential in the complete treatment of back pain. |
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Turmeric — Naturally Supports Healthy COX-2 Levels — Clinical Observations |
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Entered on 3/20/06 |
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Considering the beneficial effects of the COX-2 inhibitors, it would be wonderful to find a substance that acts as a COX-2 inhibitor without the harmful side effects seen in pharmaceutical drugs. It appears that just such a substance – the common spice turmeric (Curcuma longa) – possesses such properties |
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Boswellia Serrata: A Unique Ayurvedic Anti-Rheumatic |
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Entered on 3/20/06 |
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Traditionally, Boswellia gum has been used for the treatment of diabetes, skin and blood diseases, fever, cardiovascular disorders, neurological disorders, rheumatism, dysentery, diseases of the testes, and myriad of other disorders. Today its major use is as an anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain, myositis, fibrositis, and osteoarthritis |
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The New “Plague” Of Our Times – America’s Inflammation Epidemic |
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Entered on 3/20/06 |
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Allergies, asthma, age-related frailty, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, arthritis, atherosclerosis, cancer, congestive heart failure, chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia, depression, diabetes, heart attack, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney disease, lupus, macular degeneration, osteoporosis, periodontal disease, overweight/obesity, skin disorders, stroke and surgical complications — all have a common denominator and it isn’t germs. It is inflammation. |
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Inflammation-Modulating Supplements |
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Entered on 3/20/06 |
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Chronic inflammation plays a major role in a variety of diseases, including cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, obesity, periodontal disease, allergies, asthma, depression and osteoporosis – a report on some herbal extracts and nutrients that can effectively reduce various inflammatory mediators |
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Neptune Krill Oil Part II: Lowering Inflammatory Markers |
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Entered on 3/19/06 |
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Neptune Krill Oil as a whole as well as one of its main components, the carotenoid astaxanthin, have exerted anti-inflammatory effects. These properties indicate that NKO may assist anyone seeking to support joint and heart health or who want to maintain healthy levels of C-Reactive Protein. |
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Serrapeptase – Insect-Derived Enzyme Fights Inflammation |
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Entered on 2/17/06 |
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Serrapeptase is an enzyme that is proving to be an alternative to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) traditionally used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Its uses have also been extended to the treatment of chronic sinusitis and postoperative inflammation, and some researchers believe the substance can play an important role in arterial plaque prevention and removal. |
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NKO™: The Ultimate (Non-Fish) Fish Oil |
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Entered on 1/1/05 |
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NKO has been shown to be a safe and more effective EPA/DHA source compared to fish oil with many additional benefits such as increased antioxidant activity and stability. |
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News Item: Cat's Claw May Reduce Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain |
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Entered on 10/18/03 |
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A recent study shows that Cat's Claw may reduce joint pain for those suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis. |
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News Item: Ginger May Relieve Arthritic Pain |
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Entered on 9/25/02 |
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Ginger could offer pain relief to arthritis sufferers, according to results of a recent study by scientists at the University of Miami Medical School. |
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News item: Fish Oils Help Reduce Arthritis Symptoms |
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Entered on 5/4/02 |
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Researchers have found that supplementation with fish oils (EPA and DHA) can greatly reduce morning stiffness |
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Natural Arthritis Remedies Offer Relief |
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Entered on 9/20/01 |
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Certain supplements, vitamins and herbs have been shown to relieve arthritis pain and, in some cases, stop the progression of joint degeneration. |
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MUCH ADO ABOUT MSM |
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Entered on 12/17/00 |
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When taken orally, MSM is converted in the body into sulfur. With age, the concentration of sulfur and MSM in the body begins to decrease, and deficiencies may occur. Sulfur deficiencies are often marked by brittle nails and hair, slow healing wounds, arthritis, skin disorders, depression, memory loss, gastrointestinal problems and certain immune disorders. Since organic sulfur is a naturally occurring, basic component in the body, it is thought that supplementing with MSM can benefit nearly everyone. |
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GLA May Relieve Rheumatoid Arthritis (News Item) |
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Entered on 9/10/00 |
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According to Dr. Marya Zilberberg at the International Symposium on GLA held in San Diego, CA, there is "very firm evidence that GLA is useful in reducing morning stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis patients by about a 60%-65% reduction. |
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Supplements For Bone And Joint Health |
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Entered on 8/27/00 |
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Promising research focusing on supplements for managing bone and joint health is proving a growing number of natural alternatives to drug therapies with potential side effects. Many of these supplements also deal with improving symptoms and bone and joint health, as opposed to merely suppressing pain. |
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Supplement Spotlight: Velvet Antler |
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Entered on 6/4/00 |
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Velvet antler is a natural supplement that is reported to: provide immune system enhancement, improve joint mobility and reduce inflammation for arthritis sufferers and athletes, enhance athletic performance and endurance, improve muscular development and glandular function, increase blood production and enhance sexual function. |
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News Item – Glucosamine/Chondroitin Ease Osteoarthritis Pain |
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Entered on 5/29/00 |
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A recent review conducted by researchers at The Arthritis Center, Boston University School of Medicine, adds credence to the use of glucosamine and chondroitin in the management of osteoarthritis. |
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Out of Joint: Easing Arthritis Pain |
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Entered on 3/15/00 |
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For most arthritis sufferers, medications are offered as the main treatment. Several doctors are discovering, however, that diet and nutritional supplements — taken either alone or in combination with more conventional treatments — are also valuable therapies. |
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Supplement Spotlight: MSM |
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Entered on 3/15/00 |
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While there are no "magic bullets" that will offer a cureall for every person, research has demonstrated vast benefits of MSM. It is said to relieve arthritis and more. People taking MSM supplements frequently experience pain and allergy relief, relief of constipation; lessening of scar tissue; softer skin, thicker hair and less brittle nails; and more energy. |
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Strong Intestinal Health Relieves Rheumatoid Arthritis |
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Entered on 2/24/00 |
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The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown. However, astute clinicians have long been aware that, for some patients, removing certain common foods such as dairy, wheat, corn, yeast, eggs and beef can bring blessed relief, while their return can cause a flare-up. |
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Managing Arthritis With Nutrition |
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Entered on 2/21/00 |
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As arthritis becomes more and more prevalent, a number of natural approaches to reducing inflammation, halting or reversing joint degeneration, and easing pain have been explored. |
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Supplement Spotlight: SAMe |
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Entered on 2/10/00 |
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SAMe is showing promise as one of the most powerful anti-aging and disease-preventive supplements ever and is being used to treat depression, arthritis and a multitude of other disorders. |