We need firstly to understand the problem of Arthritis and Rheumatism.

Two of the most common forms of Arthritis are Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Some of the common symptoms are inflammation and or pain in the joints, namely the knees, wrists, elbows, fingers, hips, shoulders and back.

Osteoarthritis

This is a chronic disease of the joint cartilage and bone, often thought to result from “wear and tear” on a joint, although there are other causes such as congenital defects, trauma and metabolic disorders. 

Joints appear larger, are stiff and painful and usually feel worse the more they are used throughout the day!

It is associated with the aging process and can affect any joint.

The cartilage of the affected joint is gradually worn down, eventually causing bone to rub against bone.

Bony spurs develop on the unprotected bones causing pain and inflammation.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system attacks itself.

The pattern of joints affected is usually symmetrical, involves the hands and other joints and is worse in the morning.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is also a systemic disease, involving other body organs, whereas osteoarthritis is limited to the joints.

Over time, both forms of arthritis can be crippling.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disease which initially attacks the synovium, a connective tissue membrane that lines the cavity between joints& secretes a lubricating fluid.

The effect of Rheumatoid Arthritis can progress to the degree that is crippling.

Deformities distinctive to late-stage Rheumatoid Arthritis such as ulnar deviation of bones of the hands, or swan-neck deviation of the fingers occur because muscles and tendons on one side of the joint may overpower those on the other side, pulling the bones out of alignment.

Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis

Osteoarthritis is a deterioration of cartilage and overgrowth of bone often due to “wear & tear”.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint’s connective tissues, such as the synovial membranes, which leads to the destruction of the articular cartilage

A & R Complex tablets contains the following:

 Glucosamine Hydrochloride

 Methyl Sulphonyl Methane (MSM)

Devil’s Claw

Calcium Carbonate

Celery Seed

Selenium

Glucosamine

Is a natural substance that helps to build and maintain cartilage, tendons and connective tissue in the body.

It inhibits certain enzymes that destroy cartilage which can lead to Arthritic problems.

MSM

A naturally occurring sulphur compound found in the cells of all plants.

Sulphur is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body.

It is essential in the manufacturing of collagen found in cartilage, ligaments, tendons and teeth.

It helps to detoxify and also boost the immune system.

Arthritic conditions often derive benefit from the presence of sulphur as in MSN

Devils Claw

This plant grows in Namibia.

Its chemical name is Harpagophytum Procumbens.

Many reports have shown that this plant can offer benefit to various arthritic conditions.

Celery Seed

This plant is reported to have beneficial effects in people that suffer from the symptoms of Arthritis, Rheumatism and gout.

It is taken as an aid in the maintenance of healthy joints.

Selenium

This trace element has been reported to help relieve the symptoms of Arthritis.

It is also a powerful anti-oxidant to combat the free-radicals (poisons) in our body.

It is an essential substance needed in our body for good health.

It is required only in small amounts.

Packaging

Available in bottles of 60 tablets

Dosage

Take one tablet in the morning and evening with meals