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Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU)Jason Theodosakis, MD, author of The Arthritis Cure and champion of glucosamine chondroitin, believes ASU will have a major impact on treatment of Osteoarthritis. Sold in France by prescription under the name Piascledine 300, it's available in the U.S. without a prescription. French studies of ASU, derived from avocado and soybean oils, show it can relieve Osteoarthritis arthritis pain, stimulate cartilage repair, and lower a patient's need for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to control arthritis pain. A treatment for osteoarthritis, with very promising results in studies enrolling a total of several hundred people. For example, in a double-blind trial, 260 individuals with arthritis of the knee were given either placebo or ASU with doses of 300 or 600 mg daily. The results over 3 months showed that use of ASU significantly improved arthritis symptoms as compared to placebo. There was no significant difference seen between the two doses tested. Aloe VeraAloe Vera is best known as a skin rejuvenator, for burns, cuts and similar damage. It has been used since early recorded history for its first-aid like properties. A member of the lily and onion family and it is related to garlic and asparagus. The earliest references to it were discovered with an Egyptian mummy dating back to 1550 BC. Alexander the Great used Aloe Vera to restore the health of his troops and Cleopatra relied on it to help preserve her legendary beauty. Animal studies show that drinking soothing Aloe Vera can reduce swelling and inflammation in arthritic joints. It is thought to be a stimulant to the immune system, a powerful anti- inflammatory, an analgesic and has the ability to speed up cell growth. It is generally accepted that the most potent was Aloe Vera Barbadensis Miller. Be aware that most Aloe Vera compounds consist of the whole leaf, which contains the sap, and are often referred to as 'Bitter Aloes'. These have a purging effect on our systems and the body can only take small amounts. Aloe has been reported to be effective in checking arthritis when in its early stages. Aloe Vera contains a large number of mucopolysaccharides (basic sugars) which are found in every cell in the body. Aloe Vera is one of the only known natural vegetarian sources of Vitamin B12, and it contains many minerals vital to the healthy function such as iron, manganese, calcium and zinc. Seven essential amino acids and fatty acids are also found in Aloe Vera. Repairing damaged tissue by regenerating cells is a function at which Aloe Vera has been shown to be most successful. It not only relieves the painful symptoms but also helps to disperse damaged tissue – a type of detoxification process. Aloe Vera may be taken both internally as a juice or as a gel applied to the painful joint. Here Aloe Vera’s deep penetration may show benefit. In treating arthritis it is suggested to ingest about 1/4 teaspoon of the Aloe’s mucilage (watery inside part) twice a day for about 3 weeks. Be careful to only take small amounts, Pure gel can be taken in virtually any reasonable quantity. Recently there have been a number of liquid Aloe Vera products or products incorporating Aloe Vera developed anticipating these benefits. Boswellia Serrata (Boswellin)Boswellin is probably best for Rheumatoid Arthritis, but due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is also effective for Osteoarthritis. Boswellia Serrata inhibits pro-inflammatory mediators in the body, such as leukotrienes. Research indicates that long-term use of Boswellia, as opposed to NSAIDs, does not appear to cause irritation or ulceration of the stomach. This is the best reason for considering the use of Boswellin in the relief of chronic pain related to arthritis In a double-blind study of 30 people with osteoarthritis of the knee, researchers compared the herb boswellia against placebo. Participants received either boswellia or placebo for 8 weeks, and were then switched over to the opposite treatment for an additional 8 weeks. The results showed significantly greater improvement in knee arthritis pain, knee mobility, and walking distance with boswellia as compared to placebo. BromelaineBromelain is a crude extract from the pineapple that contains, among other components, various closely related proteinases, demonstrating, a wide range beneficial effects in lab and animal tests primarily anti-inflammatory, and reduction of blood clotting activities. Due to its efficacy after oral administration, its safety and lack of undesired side effects, bromelain has earned growing acceptance and compliance among patients. Pineapple contains bromelaine, which is a fairly potent enzyme used by naturopathic medicine types for anti-inflammatory effects. It's properties are destroyed by heat so processed canned juice does not have an effect. Bromelain is a protein-digesting enzyme. It reduces inflammation and swelling. This substance found in pineapple is supposed to relieve arthritis pain and swelling in Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis and improve mobility. It is widely used in German sports medicine with some other enzymes, following soft tissue injury and there is some data to suggest this decreases healing time. The bromelaine helps to decrease the walling off of inflammation by digesting it, making injured tissue more available to natural healing properties within the body. Inflammation is set into motion immediately at the site of injury. It's similar to the mechanism wherein a slightly elevated fever helps the immune system work better. Published in the Alternative Medicine Journal. 2004 Bromelain, was shown to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and may provide a safer alternative or complementary treatment for osteoarthritis. All previous trials, which have been uncontrolled or comparative studies, indicate its potential use for the treatment of osteoarthritis. This paper reviewed the mechanism of its therapeutic actions, those clinical trials that have assessed its use in osteoarthritis to date, as well as considering the safety implications of this supplement for osteoarthritis and reviewing the evidence to date regarding the dosage for treating this condition. The data available at present indicate the need for trials to establish the efficacy and optimum dosage for bromelain and the need for adequate prospective adverse event monitoring in such chronic conditions as osteoarthritis In a study published in Phytomedicine in 2002, Researchers found that there was preliminary clinical evidence to support the contention that the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of bromelain help to reduce symptoms of osteo- and rheumatoid arthritis. Their study investigated the effects of bromelain on mild acute knee pain of less than 3 months duration in otherwise healthy adults. The study was an open, dose-ranging postal study in volunteers who had been recruited through newspaper and magazine articles. Seventy seven subjects completed the study and dosed at 200 and 400 mg. In both treatment groups, all WOMAC symptom dimension scores were significantly reduced compared with baseline. In addition, improvements in total symptom score, the stiffness and physical function dimensions were significantly greater in the high-dose (400 mg per day) compared with the low-dose group. They concluded that bromelain may be effective in ameliorating physical symptoms and improving general well-being in otherwise healthy adults suffering from mild knee pain.The claim that bromelain cannot be effective after oral administration is definitely refuted at this time. One study of a bromelain supplement containing the enzymes rutin and trypsin relieved arthritis pain and improved function in 73 people with knee Osteoarthritis. The effect was similar to taking an NSAID. Bromelaine may be as effective as the NSAIDS, for arthritis pain reduction. It may also help with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Use over time may also help with connective tissue disorders. It also appears to have anti-inflammatory properties. Cayenne CreamOne of the most popular natural over the counter topical pain relief ingredient is capsaicin. Capsaicin comes from Cayenne peppers and is responsible for their spicy effect. The Capsaicin is also the ingredient that causes a burning sensation when it comes in contact with skin. This inhibits the body’s production of substance P which is heavily involved the relaying signals of arthritis pain to the brain. The effect of this can be cumulative so apply the cream two to three times per day for at least one week before making a decision as to whether or not the cream is helping to reduce arthritis arthritis pain. Devil's ClawNative to southern Africa, devil's claw is named for the miniature hooks that cover its fruit. For thousands of years, the Khoisan peoples of the Kalahari Desert have used devil's claw root in remedies to treat pain and complications of pregnancy and in topical ointments to heal sores, boils, and other skin problems. It was introduced to Europe from Africa in the early 1900s. Since then dried roots have been used to restore appetite, relieve heartburn, and reduce pain and inflammation. In fact, mounting evidence suggests that devil's claw root may help relieve pain and inflammation in people with arthritis and other painful disorders, but how it reduces pain and swelling is not well understood yet. OsteoarthritisSeveral studies have found that taking devil's claw for several months substantially reduces pain and improves physical functioning in people with osteoarthritis. An early study in Germany reported that devil's claw had anti-inflammatory effects. In a larger, well-designed 4-month study with 122 participants with knee and hip osteoarthritis, devil's claw root powder reduced pain and improved functional ability as effectively as standard doses of a leading medication for osteoarthritis. The participants who received devil's claw also experienced fewer side effects and required fewer pain-reducing medications. Recently double-blind studies involving a total of over 300 people suggest that the herb devil's claw can ease the pain related to various types of arthritis. GelatinHelp with raw cartilage replenishing with this cheap source. Used in caning and general cooking. GingerGinger is an antioxidant that acts as an inflammatory with no major side effects. Ginger is probably best known for its ability to ease motion and morning sickness as well as drug-induced and postoperative nausea. Ginger is believed to reduce joint arthritis pain and inflammation in people with Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis, and protect the stomach from gastrointestinal effects of NSAIDs. When taken in standardized extract form, ginger may additionally lower the level of the body's natural arthritis pain-causing compounds called prostaglandins. Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms may also respond to treatment with ginger, either in massage oil or standardized extract form. In a study of seven women with rheumatoid arthritis, reduced joint swelling and arthritis pain were reported following a daily regimen of up to 1 gram of powdered ginger or 5 to 50 grams of fresh ginger. A 6-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 247 individuals with osteoarthritis of the knee evaluated a combination herbal product containing ginger and the Asian spice galanga (Alpinia galanga). The results showed that participants in the ginger/galanga group improved to a significantly greater extent than those receiving placebo. However, despite news reports claiming that this study proves ginger effective for osteoarthritis, it only provides information on the effectiveness of the herbal combination. The two double-blind studies performed on ginger alone were small, and produced contradictory results. 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Green TeaAnother promising line of research indicates that the polyphenolic compounds in green tea may be effective in treating and preventing rheumatoid arthritis. Research using electron spin resonance has shown that the polyphenols are very effective scavengers for free radicals and thus probably act to prevent oxidative damage, which is a known precursor of degenerative disease. Studies funded by the Arthritis Foundation showed a significant decrease in the incidence of Rheumatoid Arthritis and a reduction in the severity of the disease when the polyphenolic compounds, which have antioxidant properties, were given to mice in their water. If you want to try out the remedy for yourself, three to four cups of green tea a day will supply an amount roughly equivalent to the tested levels. Nettle leafStinging nettle, Taken orally or applied to the skin, stinging nettle is supposed to reduce the arthritis pain and inflammation of Osteoarthritis. One of the more unusual treatments is “Urticationâ€
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