Rose hips provide new ways of tackling many inflammatory diseases such as arthritis. The red berries, one of the richest sources of vitamin C, have been used in cooking and medicine for hundreds of years, but more recently rose hip extract has been shown to reduce pain and improve movement in patients with osteoporosis (a form of arthritis).Experts now believe that rose hip also can combat rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease and even heart disease. All are conditions in which inflammation plays an important role. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and more serious than osteoarthritis, which is caused by wears and tears of the joints. Inflammation is now known to be a key element of the process that leads to hardening and narrowing of the arteries. Laboratory tests have shown that rose hip inhibits the migration of white blood cells to sites of tissue damage, which fuels inflammation. Antioxidants in the rosehip powder may also neutralise toxic substances released by the white blood cells. Rose hips is one of many powerful ingredients in our Joint and Bone Combo.
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