| Herbs and spices have been used to treat various | | | | kidneys, gallbladder and bladder,. |
| diseases and ailments for thousands of years, both | | | | Cats Claw |
| herbs and spices are excellent antioxidants with many | | | | Cats claw has been used for over 2000 years by the |
| containing excellent anti-inflammatory properties. | | | | the indigenous peoples of South and Central America |
| Listed bellow are some of the best herbs and spices | | | | to treat rheumatic disorders. Ingredients appear to act |
| known to help arthritics. You should try to incorporate | | | | as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer agents. |
| some of these herbs into your everyday life. Herbs | | | | Cats claw is found in the tropical jungles of South and |
| and spices should where possible be used in their | | | | Central America. Research has also indicated cats |
| natural form & taken as a tea, or added to food. | | | | claw may help in the treatment of intestinal ailments |
| In my opinion it is best not to take herbs & spices | | | | such as Crohn's disease, gastric ulcers and tumors, |
| in capsule form, due to the diminished properties of the | | | | parasites, colitis, gastritis, diverticulitis and leaky bowel |
| extract when diluted with additives, such as capsule | | | | syndrome, |
| binding agents. | | | | Cayenne Pepper |
| The following herbs & spices are listed in order of | | | | Known to support the body's immune system |
| their superior properties when used to treat arthritis. | | | | Used for treating: arthritis, backache, heart disease, |
| Some herbs and spices are known to interfere with | | | | ulcers, indigestion, pain, psoriasis, and shingles. |
| certain prescribed medications, it is therefore always | | | | Use caution when introducing cayenne pepper into |
| wise to consult with your doctor or a professional, | | | | your diet, although it is known to benefit many arthritics, |
| before introducing any of the following herbs into your | | | | in some cases it may actually trigger symptoms. |
| diet. | | | | Cloves |
| Turmeric | | | | Can kill intestinal parasites and act as an anti-microbial |
| Has long been used to treat arthritis due to its | | | | agent against fungi and bacteria. |
| anti-inflammatory property. | | | | Helps relieve pain, digestive problems, and anti-fungal, |
| Turmeric is also known to contain an antioxidant that | | | | antibacterial problems. |
| neutralizes free radicals. | | | | Chewing a clove once a day may be beneficial to |
| Ginger | | | | arthritics. |
| Asian & Indian have been using ginger to treat | | | | Golden seal |
| arthritis for over 2000 years due to its | | | | Known to contain a powerful detoxifier. |
| anti-inflammatory property. | | | | Parsley |
| Why not try making tea with ginger, put one teaspoon | | | | Commonly used as a diuretic, & to reduce |
| of fresh grated ginger into a cup of boiling water allow | | | | inflammation, treat rheumatism & arthritis, clear |
| to cool and drink. | | | | toxins in the body, inhibit tumor growth, & combat |
| Devils Claw | | | | urinary tract problems. |
| Devil's Claw native to parts of South Africa, where it is | | | | Licorice (root) |
| thought to have been used to treat arthritis for | | | | Contains phytoestrogens. Used to treat ulcers & |
| centuries, two active ingredients called Harpagoside | | | | known to have anti-viral, anti-tumour, anti-inflammatory |
| and Beta sitosterol are found in devils claw which are | | | | properties. |
| thought to posses excellent anti-inflammatory | | | | Do not use licorice (root) if you have high blood |
| properties. | | | | pressure as large doses or prolonged use may |
| Devil's Claw is claimed to be beneficial for treating | | | | increase blood pressure. |
| arthritis, rheumatism, arthritis and diseases of the liver, | | | | Do not use if you retain water easily. |