Top Warning Signs of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis takes time to present symptoms. The onset of this condition is very gradual but there are some early warning signs that may help to recognize it and get tested. This disease is the most common form of arthritis and can affect people aged 25 and older.

• Joint pain - If joints hurt during activity but get relief during rest then it could be an early sign of osteoarthritis.



• Stiffness in joints - Joints of the hands, knees, hips and spine generally feel stiff after waking up in the morning or getting up after sitting for a long time. This stiffness may last for half an hour or so.



• Joint inflammation - You may feel swelling in joints due to fluid build-up.



• Crunching noise in joints - You may hear a crunching sound in joints which is due to bone abrasion against each other.



• Limited mobility - It may be difficult to move joints fully. Flexibility and range of motion may be lost.



• Joint protrusions - Small spurs and knobs may grow on joints especially those of the fingers.

Herbal formulations such as Rumalaya Forte and Rumalaya Gel can help relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis.

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Improve skin elasticity naturally | Prevent wrinkles with herbal remedies

Wrinkles and fine lines on skin are generally caused when skin loses its elasticity. Skin can lose its suppleness due to various factors including aging, exposure to the sun, make-up and cosmetics, soaps, smoking, weight gain and loss, air conditioning, prescription medicines and various other toxins that we encounter on a daily basis.

The most important factor in keeping skin soft and elastic is hydration. This can be achieved by avoiding the drying factors mentioned above. Some active steps can also be taken to keep skin toned and supple. These include:

• A good diet with avoidance of fried foods
• Drinking plenty of water
• Supplements that nourish the skin and get rid of toxins
• Exercise
• Herbal facials

There are several herbal remedies that help to maintain skin elasticity. An anti-wrinkle cream from Himalaya Herbals contains 14 herbs that have been proven in Ayurvedic science to delay wrinkles and skin aging. These herbs which include Aloe Vera, Red poppy, Sandalwood, Grapes, Tomato and Turmeric provide the anti-oxidants and hydration that skin needs to stay elastic.

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Himalaya Sun Protection Lotion | Ayurvedic sunscreen lotion

Just in time for summer we have now added Himalaya Protective Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 15.

This ayurvedic formulation is composed of herbal extracts including Cinnabloc which has received a US patent on account of being a new herbal extract with natural sunscreen protection. This herbal sunscreen lotion helps to protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays that damage the skin causing drying, aging and even skin cancer.

The herbs in this sunscreen lotion have hydrating, nourishing properties that help keep skin moisturized while protecting it from UVA and UVB rays. It helps to prevent premature skin aging and skin darkening from sun exposure.

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Guduchi Tinospora Cordifolia benefits

Guduchi also known as Tinospora cordifolia is considered a premier adaptogenic herb. It helps build the body's immune system and resists infections.

According to Hindu mythology, some drops of nectar fell from the heavens and Guduchi grew from them. Another name for Guduchi is also Amrit meaning nectar or imperishable.

Some of the benefits of Guduchi are:

1. It builds the body's immune system

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2. It helps reduce stresses on the body

3. It helps stave colds and other infections
4. Some studies showed benefits in reducing the side effects of chemotherapy
5. It helps in skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema
6. It scavenges free radicals and helps delay aging.

Guduchi can be taken in powder or capsule form
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Benefits of Garlic

The benefits of garlic come primarily from its rich content of thiosulfinates, sulfides, sulfoxides, and other sulfur compounds. Garlic has been prized as a spice and medicine since ancient times in communities around the world.

Cardiovascular benefits - Garlic is said to protect against cardiovascular disease, to lower blood pressure and prevent blood platelet clumping.

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Cholesterol benefits - Garlic is said to lower blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels

Antioxidant - Garlic contains allicin which scavenges free radicals and increases antioxidant enzymes atalase and glutathione peroxidase. Garlic inhibits lipid peroxidation and extends the life of the liver.

Antibacterial - Garlic is said to be a very effective antibacterial agent. It is often used as home remedy for various bacterial infections including Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli, Cryptococcal meningitis, Candida albican and Staphylococcus.

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Guggul stimulates thyroid hormone production

Guggul is used in several herbal weight loss formulas. One of the reasons is that Guggul has been shown in research studies to significantly stimulate the thyroid by increasing production of thyroid hormones.

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Guggul extract consisting of guggul lipid and guggulsterones was administered to mice for 15 days. There was significantly increased serum triiodothyronine (T3) and significantly decreased hepatic lipid peroxidation. Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are the two important hormones produced by the thyroid and their healthy ratio is key to maintaining normal thyroid function. The T3/T4 ratio in normal thyroid function is 15.89, in Hypothyroidism it is 24.12 and in hyperthyroidism it is 19.5.

Thyroid hormones are necessary for the utilization of carbohydrates, protein synthesis and breakdown of lipids. Metabolism is affected by thyroid hormone levels and improved metabolism helps the body to burn fat and utilize calories effectively. The ability of guggul to regulate lipids may be related to its thyroid stimulating functions.

When combined with some thyroid medications, Z-guggulsterone increased the uptake of iodine by the thyroid gland as well as oxygen uptake in the liver and bicep tissues. Gugulipid significantly reduces the bioavailability of the drugs Propranolol and Diltiazem and should not be taken by those who are on these drugs. Guggul may increase the effects of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and warfarin.

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Ashvagandha herb Withania somnifera



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Ashvagandha herb has been praised extensively in ancient ayurvedic Sanskrit texts. It is considered an excellent health tonic for all ages, an aphrodisiac and enhancer of fertility in men and women, an anti-inflammatory for rheumatism and arthritis, a mild laxative, a stress reliever and above all an anti-oxidant and rejuvenator.

Sometimes also referred to as Indian ginseng, Ashvagandha is considered an adaptogen and rasayana as it helps improve endurance, strength and stamina.
The word Ashvagandha is Sanskrit for smelling like a horse due to its odor.
Ashvagandha's primary benefit as described in Ayurveda is as an aphrodisiac. However research shows that it is also excellent as a stress reducer and beneficial in conditions of anxiety, depression and obsessive compulsive disorder.

Ashvagandha's latin name Withania somnifera refers to its relaxing, sleep inducing properties. It not only helps to relax but also helps the body to adapt to stress by rejuvenating and the overall nervous system without stimulating it. This in turn helps to build the body's immune system and helps it to heal on a cellular level.

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