Friday, August 3, 2007

yucca filamentosa

Yucca root also known as manioc or cassava is a tropical vegetable commonly grown and consumed in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. In many countries, yucca root is a dietary staple usually eaten boiled or steamed. Yucca root is also used as an herbal remedy to relieve inflammation.Yucca root has a long history of use to reduce pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and rheumatism. Yucca root can also reduce joint inflammation. A constituent of the yucca called a phytosterol is responsible for its anti-inflammatory properties. Yucca root is part of Nepatica Joint and Bone Combo. The other ingredients are Glucosamine, Chondroiton, Rose Hip, Boswellia and Flax seed.

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