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Frankincense for arthritis sufferers

An extract of the Frankincense herb Boswellia serrata can reduce the symptoms of osteoarthritis, according to new research published in Arthritis Research & Therapy.

Patients taking the herbal remedy showed relief from pain, stiffness, and limited movementas in as little as seven days. Is this something you would consider taking? Or is yoga enough to keep osteoarthritis symptoms at bay?

Posted by Jeanne Ricci on August 1, 2008 05:12 PM |

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Its something I'd be willing to try. Currently I am following a regimen my naturopath suggested; several anti-inflammatory supplements, foods,etc. As well, yoga certainly helps and I always tell my yoga students about the benefits. However, yoga is not enough. No single remedy is. Yoga is a complement to other things. All combined I feel much better but not symptom free.

Posted by: Tara | August 5, 2008 04:26 PM

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