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Effective Natural Treatment for
Rheumatoid Arthritis
U
nlike osteoarthritis, which results from wear and
teaon the joint, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is
caused by our own immune system running
amok. In rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the immune system
mistakenly attacks the joints and inflames joint tissue.
“Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that
occurs when the body's immune system, which
normally fights against disease and infection, attacks
itself. Unlike osteoarthritis, which only affects the bones
and cartilage, rheumatoid arthritis may also cause
swelling in other areas of the body, including the tear
ducts, salivary glands, the lining of the heart, the lungs,
and occasionally, blood vessels.”
There is no cure. Besides anti-inflammatory medicines
(NSAIDS, corticosteroids, and analgesics) patients with
rheumatoid arthritis may take prescription drugs called
immunosuppressants. These medications weaken the
body's immune system, which limits the amount of joint
or tissue damage. These medications may have serious
side effects, including increased risk of infections,
kidney problems, high blood pressure, and decreased
levels of red blood cells. Other side effects may include
increased hair growth, loss of appetite, vomiting, and
upset stomach.
There is some interesting new research on natural
remedies for rheumatoid arthritis. One study looks at
quercetin and the other looks at pomegranate, a
flavonoid rich phtyoantioxidant.
Quercetin Eases RA
Symptoms in Women
In this first study of quercetin and rheumatoid arthritis
(RA), 50 women with RA took a placebo or 500 mg of
quercetin per day. After eight weeks, while there were
no changes for placebo, women taking quercetin had
less morning pain and stiffness, less pain after activity,
and fewer tender joints, compared to the start of the
study.
Doctors also measured quality of life and sense of
well-being, which improved for the quercetin group,
with the disease in remission in a significant number of
these women.
(Reference: Journal of the American College of Nutrition;
2017, Vol. 36, No. 1, 9-15)
Pomegranate Reduces RA
Activity in Men and Women
Earlier studies showed vitamins, minerals and
phytochemicals from fruits and vegetables are able to
slow the progress of RA, but this is one of the first to test
pomegranate extract as a supplement. Pomegranate is
rich in polyphenolic compounds that are antioxidant
and anti-inflammatory.
In this study, 55 men and women with RA took a
placebo or 500 mg of pomegranate extract, in two 250
mg capsules per day. After eight weeks, those taking
pomegranate had significantly lower disease-activity
scores in joint swelling, tenderness, pain, and morning
stiffness, compared to placebo. Signs of inflammation
were also lower, and levels of the powerful antioxidant
glutathione were higher for those taking pomegranate.
Discussing the findings, doctors said pomegranate
demonstrated beneficial antioxidant and anti-
inflammatory effects in men and women with
rheumatoid arthritis.
(Reference: European Journal of Clinical Nutrition; 2017,
Vol. 71, 92-6)
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Pomegranate is a polyphenol-rich,
phytoantioxidant. It is one of the ingredients
in the following blend, and for those looking
for a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
mixture of flavonoid-rich botanicals, I suggest
the following product:
Antiox Phyto Complex II
Some of the most powerful, broad-spectrum
antioxidants are those found in plants. This
supplement contains a blend of several of the
most potent plant-derived phyto-antioxidants
available, in a high potency, professional
strength veggi cap.
New, High Potency 375 mg Veggie Caps
90 Veggie Caps - Prod Code 63745
Ingredients: Acai Berry Extract 4:1, 75 mg;
Mangosteen Fruit Extract, 75 mg (10%
Mangostin); Goji Berry Extract 75 mg (40%
Polysaccharides); Pomegranate 75 mg, (40%
Ellagic Acid); Green Tea Leaf Extract 30 mg
(98% Polyphenols, 50% EGCG); Grape Skin
Extract, 30 mg (50% Polyphenols); Grape
Seed Extract,15 mg (95% Proanthocyanidin)
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There is some interesting new research on natural
remedies for rheumatoid arthritis. One study looks at
quercetin and the other looks at pomegranate, a
flavonoid rich phtyoantioxidant.”
Additional Comments from
Don Goldberg
