Ginger Tumeric and Boswellia 90 Tablets

Ginger has been in medicinal use in China for a wide variety of conditions, including rheumatism, with records dating from the fourth century BC. Turmeric is a member of the Ginger family, and is extensively farmed in India, China and various tropical countries. Turmeric is used in both Chinese and Indian herbal medicine as an anti inflammatory. The large Boswellia tree is tapped to collect its resin and has long been used in traditional Indian herbal medicine.The Benefits of Ginger, Turmeric & BoswelliaGinger, Turmeric and Boswellia are plants that would typically be used in the Indian Ayurvedic system of medicine for pain and inflammation due to injury, wear and tear and sprains and strains. These herbs combine anti inflammatory and warming effects. The warming effect improves circulation as poor blood supply can worsen pain and discomfort, this ensures the efficient delivery of nutrients for the healing process.Main Uses Inflammatory joint conditions e.g. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis with poor circulation e.g. Spinal wear and tear Sports injuries BursitisPropertiesGinger—in one trial, 1300mg of ginger root powder was shown to be equivalent to the standard dose of an anti inflammatory drug called phenylbutazone. The most potent inhibitors of the inflammatory prostaglandins and leukotrienes found in ginger are the pungent constituents collectively known as ‘gingerols’. Ginger possesses blood thinning effects and also widens the blood vessels increasing blood flow, making it a potent circulatory aid.Turmeric—the active ingredient is curcumin, which is responsible for the spice’s yellow colour. Curcumin is a strong antioxidant, protecting joint lining against attack from free radicals. It also lowers histamine levels and increases the natural productions of cortisone to produce very powerful anti inflammatory effects. Turmeric has proved valuable in both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.Boswellia—the active ingredients are Boswellic acids, and they function in a very similar way to Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs NSAIDs, preventing the release of powerful chemicals known as leukotrienes, which lead to the inflammatory reaction.