(Natural News) Cat’s whiskers, an herb traditionally used to treat gout, arthritis, and other conditions related to inflammation, has been confirmed to improve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. A team of researchers from Malaysia and Italy looked at the potential of cat’s whiskers extract to treat rheumatoid arthritis in a study published in the journal BMC […]

(Natural News) If you have gout, the best possible way to manage it is by changing your lifestyle. An editorial published in the International Journal of Clinical Rheumatology suggested that gout, which is a rheumatologically oriented metabolic disease, can be controlled by making lifestyle and dietary changes. Gout, as defined by the National Institutes of […]

(Natural News) Cat’s whiskers (Orthosiphon stamineus) has been traditionally used to treat gout, arthritis, and other conditions related to inflammation. Its potential to treat rheumatoid arthritis was examined in a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. A team of researchers from Malaysia and Italy used 50 percent ethanol extract of cat’s whiskers […]

(Natural News) A lot has been said about exercise. Studies have confirmed its many health benefits. One of the many aspects of exercise that needs constant emphasis is that it does more than just help build muscle; it also helps protect from various long-term degenerative conditions. One of the best examples of conditions that exercise […]

(Natural News) A recently released herbal medicine could offer a means of treating arthritis without resorting to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). In a Korean animal study, the herbal complex ChondroT was shown to alleviate the crippling effects of osteoarthritis on rats. As more and more people enter old age, osteoarthritis is becoming a serious problem. […]

(Natural News) A degenerative disease is a condition wherein the structure or function of certain organs or tissues worsen over time. Heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and arthritis are just a few examples of degenerative diseases. Fortunately, adhering to a healthy lifestyle greatly reduces the risk of developing many of the conditions that fall under […]

(Natural News) A new Korean trial tested the efficacy of ChondroT on rats suffering from collagenase-induced osteoarthritis. They reported that the newly-released medication – made of five different herbs from traditional Chinese medicine – suppressed inflammatory cytokines, toned down the harsh immune response, prevented the loss of articular cartilage, and protected the articular surface. The trial […]

(Natural News) Acupuncture has been proven by numerous studies to be an effective treatment against various types of pain. Sinew acupuncture, a new modality of this ancient practice, was observed to provide almost immediate benefits for specific types of injuries. A team of scientists is seeking to understand the mechanisms of sinew acupuncture and determine […]

(Natural News) Armenian researchers investigated the synergy of boswellic acid and curcumin in the treatment of osteoarthritis patients. They reported that a supplemental blend of boswellic acid and curcumin was more effective in relieving the painful symptoms of the disease than turmeric-derived curcumin alone. The study was supported by the Yerevan State Medical University of […]

(Natural News) Proponents of medical marijuana have faced uphill battles the world over, but one place that is embracing the potential of this curative plant is the state of Michigan. The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs in the state has now added a slew of new medical conditions to its list of illnesses that […]