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Herbs that can be used as a Anti-rheumatic?

What is Anti-rheumatic ?

Anti-rheumatic action is prescribed to cater to a wide range of conditions such as arthritis and other disorders of muscles, tendons, joints, bones, and ligaments. Rheumatism is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system turns against the healthy body tissues, attacking and destroying them in the process. 


The trigger of such rheumatic attacks is unknown but specific genetic mutations account for breaking the immune tolerance that leads to inflammation and destruction of the matrix. The anti-rheumatic action works by inhibiting the nitrative, oxidative, and nitrosative damage to the integrity of the matrix.

What are the benefits of anti-rheumatic action?

Anti-rheumatic action is very beneficial for supporting the treatment of:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Damaged joints
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis

3 Herbs Recommended as a Anti-rheumatic

Turmeric

Turmeric

Turmeric is a golden spice that can be found in Indian kitchen cabinets. Its popularity and purported medicinal benefits have made it a hero in the world of herbalism. It contains curcumin which possesses antioxidative and anti-inflammatory qualities, making it beneficial for managing the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Use Turmeric Tincture at least three times daily, in water or tea to reduce pain and inflammation.

White Willow Bark

White Willow Bark

White willow bark is a well-known analgesic herb that has healed many painful centuries. It contains salicin that blocks the production of prostaglandins, the pain-inducing molecules, thus pricing to be quite beneficial for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and other painful conditions. Use its tincture or brew its bark as a decoction for decreasing the severity of pain.

Feverfew

Feverfew

Feverfew is famous for its fever-reducing action. It is best used for headaches and migraines. Its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory actions make it useful for lessening the severity of pain during rheumatic attacks. Use its tincture, teas, decoctions, or salves at least three times daily for better results. 

Other Medicinal Plants are used as an Anti-rheumatic