by Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe
Celadrin
Arthritis, cancer, heart attacks, allergies, bowel disease,
Alzheimer’s, and dozens of other conditions all have one thing
in common—inflammation. Inflammation, noted by pain, heat,
redness and swelling, is the body’s first defense against infection
and injury. But when the flames of inflammation run out of control,
deadly consequences arise. Celadrin, a blend of special fatty acids, is
one of the most effective, natural anti-inflammatories. Both humans
and animals have shown remarkable benefits of reduced pain and
swelling, increased movement, and reduction of inflammatory factors
when using Celadrin.
Results of a double-blind, multi-centre, placebo-controlled
trial (the most scientifically validated type) published in the prestigious
Journal of Rheumatology found that Celadrin when taken
orally improved joint and mobility problems. Sixty-four participants
between the ages of 37 to 77 were given Celadrin capsules. They were
evaluated at the beginning, at 30 days and at the end of the 68-day
study. Compared to the placebo, Celadrin shined. Participants had
more flexibility, less aches and pain, and were able to walk longer
distances than the placebo group.
Anti-inflammatory Cream
Research performed at the University of Connecticut involved
42 patients with osteoarthritis of the knee who received either
Celadrin applied topically or a placebo. The patients were evaluated
before application of the cream, then 30 minutes after, and
then again following a 30-day treatment period in which the cream
was applied twice a day, morning and evening. The researchers
evaluated physical function, postural sway, pain, and range of
motion. Test of physical function included a timed assessment
of how long it took to get up and go from a chair, stair climbing,
muscle strength and endurance, and mobility of the knee. The
group receiving Celadrin had outstanding results, with reduced
pain and stiffness, improved balance and strength, and better
mobility. What was most exciting was that within 30 minutes of
applying Celadrin, patients experienced a dramatic improvement
in all aspects tested. No difference was noted in the ability to
extend the leg between groups. Results of this study were published
in the Journal of Rheumatology. Another study, performed
as an extension of the previous study, using Celadrin cream confirmed
earlier research, with improvement in elbow, wrist and
knee mobility, and significant reduction in pain.
Persons using both the oral form of Celadrin and the cream found
a much faster improvement in pain, swelling and mobility than using
just the cream alone.
How Celadrin Works
Celadrin works similar to, but much more dramatically than, the
essential fatty acids, EPA and DHA from fish oils. Fatty acids provide
many vital beneficial effects for the immune and inflammatory
responses of the body. Various fatty acids induce changes in cell
membranes and the responsiveness of the membrane to certain
immune factors. They also play a role in suppressing in. ammatory
cell functions, decreasing cartilage breakdown, triggering of cell
death, and, like NSAIDS, reducing the inflammatory activities of the
COX-2 enzyme.
The esterified (meaning it is stable and does not react with
oxygen) fatty acids present in Celadrin have pronounced anti-inflammatory
effects, such as the inhibition of the endothelial cells (thin
cells that line the inside of some body cavities) and the decrease of
pro-inflammatory effects of other fatty acids. The special fatty acids
found in Celadrin have also been shown to reduce the production
of the negative immune factor IL-6 and to control other immune
factors responsible for inflammation. This alone could explain some
effects of Celadrin, such as reduction of pain in joints affected by
osteoarthritis. And, certainly, these functions are very important in
preventing further tissue and joint damage, while promoting healing.
Additionally, the molecules found in Celadrin may also play a role
in lubrication of an affected joint. This action, combined with antiinflammatory effects, explain some of the significant improvements in mobility and function.
It is exciting when extensive double-blind, placebo-controlled
research is performed to confirm the effectiveness of a natural
product. With the knowledge that inflammation can shorten our
lifespan by promoting many degenerative diseases, it is essential
that we use natural anti-inflammatories to reduce our risk.
For more information, go to www.celadrin.com.
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