Rose Hips are rich in Vitamins A, C and E and cartenoids including beta-carotene, Lycopene and Lutein while also containing flavanoids and beneficial fatty acids. Rosehip extract can help lessen the joint pain of knee, hip and hand & effects of osteoarthritis, say scientists.
As featured in the National Press Important note - only the species of Rose Hip called "Rosa canina" have been shown to contain high levels of the important anti-inflammatory galacto lipid.
A study by Danish scientists found that a supplement made from rosehips reduced pain in 82 percent of patients after three weeks of treatment with GOPO – the active compound extracted from Rose canina, a type of rosehip. This study suggests that rosehip extract offers potential relief from pain for osteoarthritis sufferers, without the side effects that are often found with conventional anti-inflammatory drugs or pain killers. Studies show that Rosehip is more effective than Glucosamine as positive results have been shown to occour after as little as just 3 weeks (compared to around 12 for Glucosamine).
The Key Benefits Of Rosehip
- Anti-inflammatory
- Good for Arthritis
- Aid in circulation
- Good anti-oxidant (protects cell damage)
- Good for colds and flus
- Aids in relaxation and sleep
Overall it reduces the need for painkillers - according to a recent Danish Scientific study. Our formula provides the equivalent of 2000mg of rosehip powder in an easy to swallow tablet.
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