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Ayurveda is a form of natural medicine that originated in ancient India more than 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda is an integrated system of techniques that uses diet, herbs, exercise, meditation, yoga, and massage or bodywork to achieve optimal health on all levels (physical, psychological, and spiritual). There is some evidence that a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formula RA-1 may reduce joint swelling but not other symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis. RA-1 contains Withania somnifera (ashwagandha), Boswellia serrata (gugulla), Zingiberis officinale (ginger), and Curcuma longa (turmeric). A resin that is extracted from Boswellia serrata (H15, indish incense) is regarded in Ayurvedic medicine as having anti-inflammatory properties. However, evidence from one study showed no benefit in patients with RA. More studies are needed to determine efficacy of these treatments in RA.   Read more

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Arthritis and Guggul

by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration
January 21, 2008
Guggul (gum guggul) is a resin produced by the mukul mirth tree. There is insufficient evidence to support the use of guggul or guggul derivatives for the management of rheumatoid arthritis.    Avoid if allergic to guggul. Avoid with a history of thyroid disorders, anorexia, bulimia, or bleeding disorders. Signs of allergy to guggul may include itching and shortness of breath.
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Ayurveda is a Time-Tested System of Medicine

timesofindia.indiatimes.com - January 3, 2008

When Dr Saji D'Souza opened a clinic and a hospital in Hyderabad ten years ago, little did he know that this was going to be his launch-pad. Today, he is known for conceptualizing ayurvedic cures to diseases like lumbar spondylitis and sciatica...

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

ayurworld.blogspot.com - March 24, 2008

Rheumatoid arthritis can be a debilitating disease, effecting all aspects of an individual's life. Conventional anti-inflammatory drugs and pain killers, while effective, are only a band aid. This article highlights the causes, warning signs, and natural ayurvedic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.

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Oil pulling relieved my neck and upper back pain. The pain in my legs and joints significantly lessened as well.

   March 3, 2008
by:FREDRICK

I take Guggul for my arthritis and it works very well. I began to notice a difference just a few weeks after taking it. Oil massages with sesame oil help too.

I take Guggul   June 16, 2008
by: Margaret
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