Zen Arthritis Tablets Ingredients
All descriptions of ingredients described are based on traditional medicine practice
Boswelllia serrata (Frankincense)
A powerful analgesic and anti-inflammatory shown to significantly reduce the degeneration of cartilage. Several studies have shown strong results in both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, with one viewing showing a significant reduction in joint swelling, chronic pain and stiffness. (1-3)[i]
“Efficacy and tolerability of Boswellia serrate extract in the treatment of osteoarthritis of knee…” Kimmatkar et al Phytomedicine 2003; 10 (1). 2. Sontakke S etal 2007; 39 (1) 27 Indian J of Pharmacol Open, randomised, controlled clinical trial of Bswellia serrate extract compared to valdecoxib in OA of the knee. 3. Etzel R et al 1996; 3 (1) 91 Phytomedicine. Special extract of Boswellia serrate (H15) in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Zingiber officinale (Ginger)
Traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic herb. In a 2.5 year study of both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, 75% of patients experienced pain relief and decreased swelling – with no adverse effects.[ii]
Angelica polymorpha root
A Traditional Chinese herb well known in Eastern medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties and its positive effect on relieving pain. Additionally it used to nourish and moisturise the joints to promote mobility.
Paeonia lactiflora
A traditional Chinese tonic herb, used to strengthen and nourish the body’s reserves and offer support while undergoing repair and healing. This herb has been shown to be an anti-inflammatory leading to improvements in mobility.
[i] “Efficacy and tolerability of Boswellia serrate extract in the treatment of osteoarthritis of knee…” Kimmatkar et al Phytomedicine 2003; 10 (1). 2. Sontakke S etal 2007; 39 (1) 27 Indian J of Pharmacol Open, randomised, controlled clinical trial of Bswellia serrate extract compared to valdecoxib in OA of the knee. 3. Etzel R et al 1996; 3 (1) 91 Phytomedicine. Special extract of Boswellia serrate (H15) in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
[ii] Straub RH, Kalden JR. Stress of different types increases the proinflammatory load in rheumatoid arthritis.Arthritis Research and Therapy. 2009;11(3, article 114) [PMC free article] [PubMed]