Caraway is another member belonging to the family of aromatic herbs, characterized by carminative properties, just as cumin, anise, fennel and dill. However, the medicinal and health benefit of Caraway is mostly ignored, and it is considered only as a flavouring agent in cookery, liqueurs, and confectionery.
Medicinal and Health benefits:
The seeds and oil of Caraway [...]
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The complementary, conventional and alternativetreatments when used together, helps patients in easing their lower back pain problem, which is better than using just the mainstream treatment alone, shows research results.
A small study was conducted, which included 13 patients, out of whom, seven patients were given “integrated care”, while six received usual care. The integrative care [...]
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A study has revealed that the extract from the bark of the French Maritime Pine Tree improves physical functioning by 52 percent among Osteo-Arthritic (OA) patients.
Osteoarthritis of the knee is one of the leading causes of disability among the elderly. OA affects people above 45 years of age, although, it could occur at any age. [...]
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Most common ailments can be cured by nature. Here are a few herbs that could help you maintain healthy bones, by keeping osteoporosis and osteoarthritis at bay.
Yucca: Is used in treating arthritis, as its anti-inflammatory properties reduce pain, stiffness and swelling. Resveratrol, an antioxidant, present in Yucca, stimulates the immune system in the body.
Boswellia: Is [...]
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Recent university-based research has found a new natural alternative for arthritis treatment. The research, conducted by The Australian Center for Complementary Medicine Education and Research (ACCMER), reveals that SeatonTM Green Lipped Mussel Extract has the property to slow down theprogression of Osteoarthritis.
The Green Lipped Mussel Extract (GLM) is an edible shellfish which is commonly found [...]
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