Herbs
The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. Herbs, however, can trigger side effects and can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For these reasons, herbs should be taken with care, under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner.
These herbs may help reduce inflammation:
Boswellia (Boswellia serrata), 150 mg 3 times per day
Turmeric (Curcuma longa), 375 mg 3 times per day for 12 weeks. Turmeric is sometimes combined with bromelain, because it increases the effects of bromelain.
White willow (Salix alba), which acts similar to aspirin and can be made into a tea by boiling 1/2 tsp. (2 grams) of bark in 8 ounces of water. Drink up to 5 cups per day. Do not take white willow if you are also taking aspirin or blood-thinning medications and check with your doctor if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates before taking white willow. White willow should not be given to children under the age of 18. Turmeric and white willow also can be used to reduce swelling.
Evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis), 1,200 mg per day. Evening primrose oil may increase the risk of bleeding, so people who take anticoagulants (blood thinners) should not take evening primrose oil.
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