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Health Information
Join Pain and Repair
According to a study (Glucosamine/chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial) showed that glucosamine and chondroitin supplements
were effective for pain relief for people who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee. Glucosamine and chondroitin may also help
to prevent cartilage damage. Glucosamine is not found in foods, however a healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
will add phytochemicals that may reduce pain and inflammation, plus vitamin C that is needed for healthy joints.
Glucosamine is a compound found naturally in the body, made from glucose and the amino acid glutamine. Glucosamine is needed to
produce glycosaminoglycan, a molecule used in the formation and repair of cartilage and other body tissues. Production of glucosamine
slows with age.
Glucosamine is available as a nutritional supplement in health food stores and many drug stores. Glucosamine supplements are
manufactured in a laboratory from chitin, a substance found in the shells of shrimp, crab, lobster, and other sea creatures.
In additional to nutritional supplements, glucosamine is also used in sports drinks and in cosmetics.
Glucosamine is often combined with chondroitin sulfate, a molecule naturally present in cartilage. Chondroitin gives cartilage elasticity
and is believed to prevent the destruction of cartilage by enzymes. Glucosamine is sometimes combined with methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM,
in nutritional supplements.
Allergies
Allergies are an abnormal response of the immune system. People who have allergies have an immune system that reacts to a
usually harmless substance in the environment. This substance (pollen, mold, animal dander, etc.) is called an allergen.
Allergies are a very common problem, affecting at least two out of every 10 Americans. Almost anything can trigger an allergic
reaction. Taking too much allergy medication (excessive use) is very likely to cause you immunitary prooblems for your health system.
However, if you follow a strict medical prescription you're very likely to be headed right. Most americans look for natural
remedies to help ease their allergies.
Saline Nasal Sprays/Rinses
If you suffer from allergies, perhaps you’re seeking some natural remedies to treat your congested nose and
scratchy throat. Many allergy sufferers opt for natural remedies, especially if they’re not finding effective
relief with allergy medicines and treatments.
While the results of studies vary, saline nasal sprays may give you nasal allergy relief. Some studies support
the use of saline solution (salt water) to restore moisture to dry nasal passages and sinuses and to lessen the
inflammation of mucous membranes. Findings show that if saline irrigation is used regularly, it can help to
thin mucus, decrease postnasal drip, and cleanse your nasal passages of bacteria.
