What is Chondroitin? – Background and Uses Copyright: Svitlana Symonova Chondroitin sulfate entered the scene of alternative therapies in the 1960s. It is derived from shark cartilage or bovine (cow) cartilage. Chondroitin is believed to aid in improving symptoms, stopping, or even reversing the degenerative process of arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Chondroitin is often […]
Ready to Supplement with Glucosamine and MSM?: Choosing the Best Option Photo Credit: Elena Elisseeva Now that you have decided that Glucosamine and MSM might be right for you, even as just a complementary approach to your current treatment, you should know that there are many different kinds of Glucosamine and MSM complexes out there. […]
Copyright: Anton Lebedev Glucosamine Mimics Low-Carb Diet, Promotes Longevity According to researchers, glucosamine may mimic a low-carb diet by improving glucose metabolism, thus promoting longevity. Led by German medical researcher, Michael Ristow, a team of researchers conducted tests at ETH Zurich and several other German research institutions. There, aging mice were fed glucosamine in addition […]
Photo Credit: Patrizia Tilly Once the pain level has gone down, it’s time to get on your feet. In short, the answer to whether or not arthritis can be helped by exercise is: YES. Studies have shown that exercise helps people with arthritis in many ways. Exercise reduces joint pain and stiffness and increases flexibility, […]
Image Credit: Vectomart 14 Ingredients to Ease Joint Discomfort Glucosamine Sulfate / HCL Chondroitin Sulfate MSM Omega 3 Fatty Acids Manganese Ascorbate Boswellia Serrata (Boswellin) Niacinamide Vitamin C Vitamin A Vitamin E Aloe Vera Bromelaine Yucca Glucosamine Sulfate / Glucosamine HCL This is the biggest and best in this list. It has been extensively studied […]
Liquid Glucosamine: Good For Dogs, Cats and Horses Too! Photo Credit: Bonzami Emmanuelle Glucosamine is an excellent and natural alternative to steroids and NSAID’s (Non-Steroidial Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) not just for people with arthritis and joint pain but for pets as well. Glucosamine is derived from shellfish and it has been around for decades. There is promising […]
Boswellia Serrata and Osteoarthritis Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract and Osteoarthritis – Benefits and Side Effects Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract is an east indian tree that yields a resin used medicinally and is also burned as incense. Boswellia is used as a herbal medicine for many inflammatory diseases, including an alternative treatment for osteoarthritis. Boswellia’s efficacy is […]
Copyright: Staras Arthritis of the Shoulder Exercises: Stand at the bottom of stairs that has a banister or handrails on both sides. Left Shoulder: Place your hand on the left-hand banister and gently slide your hand up and down. Repeat 10 times. Right shoulder: Place your right hand on the right-hand banister and gently slide […]
Copyright: Sebastian Kaulitzki From a sitting or standing position, look straight ahead. Tilt your head sideways bringing your ear to your shoulder. Hold for 5 seconds. Repeat on the other side. Increase repetitions as comfortable, while increasing range-of-motion.
Copyright: Kamil Macniak Arthritis Pain Management: Gentle Hand Exercises Low-impact exercises are crucial to assist in arthritis pain management . The following are suggestions on how to minimize arthritic hand pain during computer use and best practices for lifting and moving heavy objects. These will be followed by a wonderful, gentle exercise that focuses on […]
