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herb picture_121309As you advance in years, you start to creak here and there.  Unfortunately, that once robust body now finds itself more decrepit than ever before.  Aging has struck and you’re just not ready.

Joint condition is one of the things that go south as you grow old.  But it doesn’t have to be that way.  There are herbs for health which will give that painful joint a good fix.

Arthcare Oil and Capsules – An herbal formulation aimed at relieving rheumatic arthritis, fortifying bone tissues, the skeletal and neuromuscular systems resulting in fluid movement for the joints and muscles.

Benefits:

  • Strong antioxidant and boosts energy level
  • Permeates body tissue quicker due to its powerful anti-inflammatory action
  • Eliminates rigidity and promotes movement of the limbs
  • Eases rheumatic aches, back aches, muscular stiffness and the like

Boswellia (Boswella serrata) or Shallaki – An herb originating from India utilised by Ayurvedic doctors in treating arthritis.  Studies have shown exciting results for patients with Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis and recurring colitis.

Benefits:

  • Drastically diminishes inflammation, pain and morning stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis sufferers
  • Anti-inflammatory  and pain-relieving effect
  • Expedites formation of cartilages
  • Enhances supply of blood to the joints

Ashwagandha (Withania somniferum) – An Asian plant which belongs to the potato family whose roots are used to remedy rheumatism.

Benefits:

  • Used in the treatment of soaring blood pressure, immune problems, erection disorders and relieves swelling

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) – Studies indicate that the ginger root obstructs the creation of prostaglandins and leukotrienes which contribute to swelling.

Menthol and Camphor – Menthol is a component of plants from the mint family while Camphor can be found in coriander, hyssop and lavender.

Benefits:

These compounds are usually a component of backache medications because they relieve muscle stiffness.

Healthy herbs are usually a good alternative for people with aversion to its pharmacological counterpart. However, the usage of herbs for health should still be practiced with caution.  It would be wise to consult an herbal specialist before seriously considering its use.

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