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Ease aches and pains Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a tropical plant with a root that is a rich yellowy orange on the inside. When it is dried and powdered, this root is widely used to flavour food, notably curries, as well as being prescribed in Ayurvedic and herbal medicine. Turmeric’s active ingredient is curcumin, and studies show that this has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity, supporting the herb’s long use in the treatment of rheumatism and arthritis. It also supports liver and digestive health, and has been suggested as a natural protective against certain cancers and a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. This centuries-old spice’s prowess in easing creaky joints is backed up by science, with studies showing that
patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who took a curcumin supplement saw significant improvements in pain and physical function. Other research shows curcumin to be as effective as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for knee osteoarthritis (OA) pain – and without the negative side effects. And the news gets even better for our furry friends, because curcumin’s benefits are replicated in animals with joint problems, especially older dogs with arthritis. Our customers have been singing the praises of Curcupet-K9, a scientifically formulated joint care product which has been researched widely among dogs with arthritis and is proven to relieve joint pain, improve flexibility and offer a whole new lease on life. Learn more at www.k9health.com.au
In traditional Chinese medicine, a number of different herbs can be used to support healthy liver function, each based on its own particular tradition of use.
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