Systemic Chronic Inflammation (Part 2)

In this Herb Talk episode, Sharlene and Phil take a further look at systemic chronic inflammation. They delve into the most common inflammatory joint conditions and the connection between the gut microbiome and chronic inflammation. Additional phytomedicine options are discussed, with a focus on how their medicinal effects can best benefit long-term management of inflammation.

Articles:

Zeng L, Yu G, Hao W, Yang K, Chen H. The efficacy and safety of Curcuma longa extract and curcumin supplements on osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Biosci Rep [Internet]. 2021 Jun 25 [cited 2022];41(6):BSR20210817. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34017975/ 

Heidari-Beni M, Moravejolahkami AR, Gorgian P, Askari G, Tarrahi MJ, Bahreini-Esfahani N. Herbal formulation "turmeric extract, black pepper, and ginger" versus Naproxen for chronic knee osteoarthritis: A randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial. Phytother Res [Internet]. 2020 August [cited 2022];34(8):2067-2073. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32180294/

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