While it’s true that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help ease arthritis pain, they can also come with side effects like stomach upset, headaches and dizziness. If you’d rather give ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the membranes that line the joints and causes inflammation. There’s no cure for this chronic condition, and the drugs used to ...

Arthritis is a general term for inflammation and swelling of the joints and soft tissue that surrounds them. It occurs when the cartilage, or "cushioning" tissue around your joints starts to wear away ...

A poultice, also called a cataplasm, is a paste made of herbs, plants, and other substances with healing properties. The paste is spread on a warm, moist cloth and applied to the body to relieve ...

As an editor and writer who has contributed to many national and local publications, Nicole Gregory enjoys communicating clearly on critical health topics so that readers can make informed choices for ...

OYEYEMI GBENGA-MUSTAPHA writes on various types of arthritis and the phytotherapy that can alleviate them. Arthritis affects the musculoskeletal system, specifically the joints. It is the main cause ...

Perhaps the most versatile item in the artisan herbalist’s arsenal is herb-infused oil. The diversity of potential applications, as well as the multitude of products into which infused oil can be ...