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Boswellia for Possible Asthma, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis and IBS Support

The gummy resin of the boswellia tree has a long history of use in Indian herbal medicine as a treatment for arthritis, bursitis, respiratory diseases, and diarrhea. What Is Boswellia Used for Today? Growing evidence suggests that boswellia has anti-inflammatory … Continue reading

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SAMe for Osteoarthritis and Fibromyalgia Support

S-adenosylmethionine is quite a mouthful; the abbreviation SAMe (pronounced samm-ee) is easier to say. Its chemical structure and name are derived from two materials you may have heard about already: methionine, a sulfur-containing amino acid; and adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the … Continue reading

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White Willow May Be Helpful for Back Pain and Osteoarthritis, Studies are Mixed

Willow bark has been used as a treatment for pain and fever in China since 500 BC. In Europe, it was primarily used for altogether different purposes, such as stopping vomiting, removing warts, and suppressing sexual desire. However, in 1828, … Continue reading

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