Omega-3 Fatty Acids Significantly Associated with A Biomarker of Autoimmune Disease
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Omega-3 fatty acids were significantly and negatively associated with antinuclear antibody positivity. (more…)
Curcumin and Curcuma Longa Extract May Reduce Inflammatory Levels in Individuals with Arthritis
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Findings of a systemic review and meta-analysis using 29 RCTs involving 2396 participants with 5 types of arthritis show that administration of curcumin and curcuma longa extract resulted in significant improvement in inflammatory markers and symptoms related to arthritis. (more…)
Ginseng Shown to Improve Arthritis Symptoms in Women with Osteopenia
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Supplementing with ginseng extract for 12 weeks in postmenopausal women with osteopenia showed improved makers of bone metabolism and bone formation. (more…)
Herbal Chuanhutongfeng Mixture Improves Chronic Gouty Arthritis
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Chuanhutongfeng mixture, containing resveratrol, significantly reduced the joint pain, swelling and stiffness in participants with chronic gouty arthritis. (more…)
Quercetin Shown to Improve Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Eight weeks of supplementation with quercetin significantly reduced morning pain, activity –related pain and morning stiffness in the 50 participating arthritic women compared to the placebo group.
Eating Anti-Inflammatory Foods May Reduce Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, MD, PhD. Dr. Massey shares information on the benefits of a diet high in anti inflammatory foods for reducing the pain symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis as well as decreasing the risk of developing an inflammatory autoimmune disease.
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Collagen Supplement Improves Arthritis Symptoms
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Collagen supplementation significantly improved measures of pain, stiffness, and physical function in participating subjects.
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Low Vitamin D Levels Associated with Arthritis
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In this 13 week study of 256 racially diverse adults, adequate vitamin D levels were significantly associated with lower levels of arthritic knee pain regardless of obesity status. Also vitamin D levels were significantly decreased in obese individuals compared to those who were not obese. (more…)
Coffee and Tea Consumption Influence Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Drinking more than 3 cups of tea daily decreased the risk of rheumatoid arthritis by 61% while drinking more than 4 cups of decaffeinated coffee increased the risk by 63%. (more…)
Glucosamine and Chondroitin Comparable to Medication for Knee Arthritis
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In 465 patients with knee pain, those taking glucosamine and chondroitin had the same reduction in arthritis pain as Celebrex. (more…)
Rose Hips Help Those With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Wirtten by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Rose hips may help offset the damage to joints by reactive oxygen species thought to contribute to rheumatoid arthritis. (more…)
Arthritis Supplement Effective for Pain and Increases Physical Activity
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In research with 55 middle aged adults, the group taking UC II was able to do a knee extension exercise twice as long before pain began. (more…)
Arnica Comparable to Ibuprofen for Hand Arthritis
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. 204 patients with arthritic hand pain found that arnica topical gel, when applied to painful arthritic hands for 21 days, was as effective as ibuprofen in reducing hand pain and improving joint function. (more…)
Ginger on Stomach Problems in Osteoarthritic Patients
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. A ginger and glucosamine preparation reduced the pain of osteoarthritis by 9% compared to an increase of 14.6% in those treated with a traditional drug. (more…)
Low Arachidonic Acid Diet, Fish Oil, and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis show 31% improvement in joint health with fish oil. (more…)
Fish Oil Supplements in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Written by Marcia J.Egles, MD. In a randomized controlled trial, patients given 10ml of fish oil in conjunction with standard drug therapy saw significant improvement in symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. (more…)
Comfrey Root Ointment Beneficial For Knee Arthritis
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Comfrey root ointment reduced arthritic pain by 54%. (more…)
Broccoli Antioxidant may Benefit Bone Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Cell study suggests that sulforaphane, an antioxidant found in broccoli, may block IL-1, an inflammatory protein present in osteoarthritis. (more…)
Cat’s Claw Relieves Joint Pain from Rheumatoid Arthritis
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. This article discusses the herb, Cat’s Claw, native to rain forests of Peru which was found to significantly decrease painful and tender arthritic joints. (more…)
Effects of Eucalyptus Essential Oil on Pain
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study determined that inhaling eucalyptus oil for 30 minutes significantly decreased pain after total knee replacement surgery and also significantly decreased blood pressure. (more…)
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