Guest guest Posted June 28, 2006 Report Share Posted June 28, 2006 Comments? Misty L. Trepke http://www..com Can Herbs Combat Inflammation? " Is there an herb that is anti-inflammatory that I can use instead of ibuprofen? " -- Anonymous (Published 12/03/2002) Yes, there are a number of excellent anti-inflammatory herbs. The most important are: Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric accounts for the yellow color of curry and American mustard and has a distinctive sharp flavor. I recommend turmeric for all inflammatory disorders, including arthritis, tendonitis, and auto immune conditions. Take 400 to 600 milligrams of turmeric extracts (available in tablets or capsules) three times per day or as directed on the product label. Whole turmeric is more effective than isolated curcumin, its major constituent. Look for products standardized for 95% curcuminoids. Be patient: the full benefit takes two months to develop. Don't use turmeric if you have gallstones or bile duct dysfunction. Pregnant women shouldn't use it without their doctors' approval. In rare cases, extended use can cause stomach upset or heartburn. Ginger: Powdered dry ginger is an excellent anti-inflammatory. Take one to two capsules (500 to 1,000 mg) twice a day with food. As with turmeric, you won't get the full effect for two months. Boswellin: This is the extract of the herb Boswellia, used in Ayurvedic medicine and available in capsule form. It may be useful for generalized inflammatory conditions such as fibromyalgia. The dosage is two capsules twice a day unless the product label directs differently. You can take all of these herbs in combination. In fact, I most frequently recommend the herbal remedy Zyflamend, from New Chapter, Inc., which includes most of them and more, including holy basil, another Indian remedy. Follow the dosage directions on the package. In addition to herbs, you can also take dietary steps to reduce inflammation. The specific fats in your diet affect the way the body makes prostaglandins, a group of hormones that regulate inflammation. Some prostaglandins intensify the inflammatory response while others reduce it. To help your body reduce inflammation eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils, margarine, vegetable shortening, all partially hydrogenated oils and all foods that contain trans-fatty acids (read food labels to check for the presence of these oils). Instead, use extra-virgin olive oil as your main fat and increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids found in oily, cold-water fish, flaxseeds or oil, and walnuts. Dr. Andrew Weil http://www.drweil.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 28, 2006 Report Share Posted June 28, 2006 JoAnn is a wealth of good information. I agree with what she has given. I have suffered...and I do mean suffer...with post herpatic neuralgia from the EBVirus. Neurontin and nerve blocks never worked...until I gave up sugar, identified some food allergies and took these anti-inflammatory supplements. I take Zyflamend (2), Omega-3 (4000 mgs) but there is one supplement that worked as good as a pain pill...Tonalin/CLA. It has no connection in the descriptions for anti-inflammation but it is a wonder " drug " for me...Lynn Koiner - JoAnn Guest Wednesday, June 28, 2006 4:16 PM Can Herbs Combat Inflammation? Can Herbs Combat Inflammation? JoAnn Guest Jun 07, 2003 20:15 PDT Can Herbs Combat Inflammation? " Is there an herb that is anti-inflammatory that I can use instead of ibuprofen? " -- Anonymous (Published 12/03/2002) Yes, there are a number of excellent anti-inflammatory herbs. The most important are: Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric accounts for the yellow color of curry and American mustard and has a distinctive sharp flavor. I recommend turmeric for all inflammatory disorders, including arthritis, tendonitis, and auto immune conditions. Take 400 to 600 milligrams of turmeric extracts (available in tablets or capsules) three times per day or as directed on the product label. Whole turmeric is more effective than isolated curcumin, its major constituent. Look for products standardized for 95% curcuminoids. Be patient: the full benefit takes two months to develop. Don't use turmeric if you have gallstones or bile duct dysfunction. Pregnant women shouldn't use it without their doctors' approval. In rare cases, extended use can cause stomach upset or heartburn. Ginger: Powdered dry ginger is an excellent anti-inflammatory. Take one to two capsules (500 to 1,000 mg) twice a day with food. As with turmeric, you won't get the full effect for two months. Boswellin: This is the extract of the herb Boswellia, used in Ayurvedic medicine and available in capsule form. It may be useful for generalized inflammatory conditions such as fibromyalgia. The dosage is two capsules twice a day unless the product label directs differently. You can take all of these herbs in combination. In fact, I most frequently recommend the herbal remedy Zyflamend, from New Chapter, Inc., which includes most of them and more, including holy basil, another Indian remedy. Follow the dosage directions on the package. In addition to herbs, you can also take dietary steps to reduce inflammation. The specific fats in your diet affect the way the body makes prostaglandins, a group of hormones that regulate inflammation. Some prostaglandins intensify the inflammatory response while others reduce it. To help your body reduce inflammation eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils, margarine, vegetable shortening, all partially hydrogenated oils and all foods that contain trans-fatty acids (read food labels to check for the presence of these oils). Instead, use extra-virgin olive oil as your main fat and increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids found in oily, cold-water fish, flaxseeds or oil, and walnuts. Dr. Andrew Weil http://www.drweil.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2006 Report Share Posted June 29, 2006 Hi Joann - just wanted to let you know that I've had amazing succes with elinimating inflamation - using a herbal blend, univestin, found in a product called joint and muscle comfort - truly amazing - been taking two a day for six months now and have zero inflamtion - even though I have extremely bad arthritis - both knees are supposed to be replaced (which I will not do). you might be interested in information about the product - http://whitakerwellness.com/health_concerns/health_concerns_resources/ arthritis_arthritis_drugs_newer_isnt_better/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2006 Report Share Posted June 29, 2006 , " Jan B " <pipersmama wrote: > Hi Joann - > > just wanted to let you know that I've had amazing succes with elinimating inflamation - using a herbal blend, univestin, found in a product called joint and muscle comfort - > truly amazing - been taking two a day for six months now and have zero inflamtion - even though I have extremely bad arthritis - both knees are supposed to be replaced (which I will > not do). you might be interested in information about the product - > >http://whitakerwellness.com/health_concerns/health_concerns_resource s/ arthritis_arthritis_drugs_newer_isnt_better/ Although I personally have never used his formulas, I have heard rumors and am aware of their efficacy. Dr. Julian whitaker is a real pioneer in his field. I have listend to him lecture on numerous occasions (cable networking) and hold him in very high regard for his work with the FDA in regards to Stevia!~ It is so good to hear that you have found your pain remedies. Although I have no idea how long you have been subject to this, I'm sure you're experiencing renewed vitality and hope in your future. None of us can enjoy life while we're facing abnormal pain and daily suffering I know there are solutions for everyone if we can just learn ignore the fear and negativity we receive from big pharma we have faith to invest our money in a better way and believe me it IS an investment. They can have their medicare D plans.If there is a lesson to be learned in all this, it is s really perserverance until we find the most appropriate one for our own specific situation and with Dr. Whitaker's expertise I can only imagine the rewards. God Bless! JoAnn JoAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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