Description
Joint-S – Anti-inflammatory & Joint Health
Each Capsule Contains Extracts Equivalent to Dry:
- Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) (gum extract equiv. to dry) 750 mg
- Pippali (Piper longum) (fruit extract equiv. to dry) 350 mg
- Haridhra (Curcuma longa) (rhizome extract equiv. to dry) 6.5 g
- Shigru (Moringa oleifera) (seed extract equiv. to dry) 1.1 g
Indications:
- Pain and anti-inflammatory support
- Supports the immune system
- Helpful as an adjuvant in the treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Gastrointestinal inflammation
- Enhances Agni (metabolism)
General Information:
Traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine, Shallaki and Haridhra are used for the treatment of Vata disorders such as Amavata and Sandhigata Vata (inflammation of joints and gut). Shigru and Pippali are potent herbs in Ayurveda used to treat Vata disorders and stimulate Agni.
Warnings:
- If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Store below 30°C.
- Bottle sealed for your protection.
- Do not expose to direct sunlight.
Directions:
Adults: Take 1–3 capsules each day with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Children over 12 years: Take one capsule daily with food. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
Evidence:
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- Funk JL, Frye JB, Oyarzo JN, et al. Anti-arthritic effects and toxicity of the essential oils of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). J Agric Food Chem. 2010;58(2):842–849.
- Ammon HP. Boswellic acids in chronic inflammatory diseases. Planta Med. 2006;72(12):1100–1116.
- Soni A, Patel K, Gupta SN. Clinical evaluation of Vardhamana Pippali Rasayana in the management of Amavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis). Ayu. 2011;32(2):177–180. doi:10.4103/0974-8520.92555.
- Chevrier MR, Ryan AE, Lee DY, et al. Boswellia carterii extract inhibits TH1 cytokines and promotes TH2 cytokines in vitro. Clin Diagn Lab Immunol. 2005;12(5):575–580.
- Fan AY, Lao L, Zhang RX, et al. Effects of an acetone extract of Boswellia carterii Birdw. (Burseraceae) gum resin on rats with persistent inflammation. J Altern Complement Med. 2005;11(2):323–331.
- Sudarshana Shastri, editor. Vidyotini Hindi Commentary. 20th ed. Vol. 2. Varanasi: Chaukhamba Sanskrit Samsthana; 1992. Madhavakara, Madhava Nidana, Amvatanidanam Adhyaya, Shloka no. 1-5; p. 498.
- Bhava Prakasha Nighantu. 9th ed. New Delhi: Motilal Banarsidas Press; 1998. Dwivedi Vishwanatha; p. 14.
- Bharali R, Tabassum J, Azad MRH. Chemomodulatory effect of Moringa oleifera on hepatic carcinogen metabolizing enzymes, antioxidant parameters and skin papillomagenesis in mice. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2003;4:131–139.
- Caceres A, Saravia A, Rizzo S, et al. Pharmacologic properties of Moringa oleifera. 2: Screening for antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and diuretic activity. J Ethnopharmacol. 1992;36:233–237.
- Prasad S, Aggarwal BB. Turmeric, the Golden Spice: From Traditional Medicine to Modern Medicine. In: Benzie IFF, Wachtel-Galor S, editors. Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd ed. Boca Raton (FL): CRC Press/Taylor & Francis; 2011. Chapter 13. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92752/.