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| Arthritis |
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Estimates by the prominent
National Arthritis Data Workgroup (NADW) say nearly
40 million Americans now suffer from this painful
and debilitating disease, and the number could
reach 60 million by the year 2020.
Presently, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDS) are the mainstay in treating this
condition; however, many have serious adverse
side effects and limitations for long term therapy.
More and more people desire to know if less adverse,
effective alternatives are available to them.
The answer is yes. As one jubilant person expressed,
".... until
there is a cure, I'm using Boswellin®" |
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thousands of years, the people of India
have realized substantial therapeutic
value from medicinal plants used in
the ancient treatment systems of Ayurveda.
One such plant, whose use dates back
to Biblical times, is the Boswellia
serrata tree.
Boswellia
serrata is a medium sized branching
tree that grows in the dry, mountainous
regions of India. The purified compound
obtained from the trees' gummy resin
is used in India for the treatment
of chronic inflammatory arthritis,
and in the United States goes by the
trade name Boswellin®
Boswellin
is the first herbal remedy, to have
documented clinical evidence, that
it is useful in rheumatoid arthritis,
osteoarthritis, low back pain, soft
tissue rheumatism and myositis symptoms.
Modern research has shown that a group
of triterpenoids, called boswellic
acids, are responsible for these effects.
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verify ancient Ayurvedic claims, the
council for Scientific and Industrial
Research in India undertook a series
of studies. The researchers hoped to
"discover herbal based anti-inflammatory
products having beneficial effects on
rheumatic diseases without any adverse
and undesirable side-effects."
(Reddy, et al. 1989). They concluded
that boswellic acids, as non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory agents, are more beneficial,
less toxic, and more potent than the
standard "drug of choice",
Ketoprofen. |
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The
number of prescription drugs for the therapy of
rheumatoid arthritis has steadily increased over
the last two decades. But none of the currently
available anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic
drugs are free from adverse or undesirable side
effects - ulcers and stomach irritation being
the most prevalent.
During the last decade, extensive
studies have been undertaken to better understand
the action of Boswellia serrata. Results from
these studies show that boswellic acids are very
effective in rheumatic conditions and are safe
for human use. Comparative studies were conducted
against known anti-inflammatory agents such as
Ketoprofen and Phenylbutazone- examples of non
steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS).
After establishing the safety of
boswellic acids, clinical trials were undertaken.
A study involving a mixed group of 175 rheumatoid
arthritis patients, ages five through seventy
five, resulted in 97% reporting moderate to excellent
improvement. The treatment was effective in reducing
pain, swollen joints, and morning stiffness; grip
strength and physical performance also improved.
None of these patients complained of any undesirable
side effects. The abatement of symptoms was seen
after 3-4 weeks of treatment initiation.
"I've
been taking Boswellin now for nearly three years.
It is incredible! My finger basically has no
pain and is almost straight again. I wish I
had known what was going to happen and I would
have taken before and after pictures. It has
definitely been a life saver for me."..
Rayola Alligood
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The above study
showed that 450-750 mgs. of boswellic acids per
day had a favorable impact on the conditions noted.
Products containing boswellic acids range from
150-250 mgs. per capsule or tablet, and are taken
orally two to three times a day.
Individually, or in combination with
a natural bioprotectant such as curcuminoids and/or
other nutrients, Boswellin®
shows promise for people desiring a safe, natural
alternative. If you are currently taking prescribed
anti-inflammatory medication you may wish to consult
your physician before using products that contain
boswellic acids.
Boswellin®
is available in capsules or tablets, and also
in a soothing pain relieving cream containing
capsaicin. |
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| Boswellin®
is a registered trademark of Sabinsa Corporation
The
information in this brochure has been developed
by SABINSA staff from the sources considered
reliable but has not been independently
verified by SABINSA CORPORATION. |
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