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Pain Relief from Arthritis

Saturday, 07 July 2007

Mother Nature provides a gift to arthritis sufferers in the form of a micro-trace mineral known as Germanium. This little known, but highly effective remedy offers almost instantaneous pain relief from arthritis. There are multiple forms of Germanium including organic, inorganic, and synthetic. The organic form, known as Germanium Sesquioxide or Ge-132 is found in many of the herbs and medicinal plants used in healing.

These include: ginseng, garlic, comfrey, watercress, aloe vera and Tsi-Ahga mushrooms. Studies suggest that the therapeutic benefits of these herbs may be linked to the high amounts of germanium they contain. Inorganic germanium is widely used as a semiconductor in the electronics industry. In the past, both organic and inorganic Germanium has been sold as dietary supplements. Today, the organic forms are more commonly used.

The only problem with using organic Germanium as a method of pain relief from arthritis is that it is nearly impossible to consume enough of these foods to obtain therapeutic doses. In order to obtain therapeutic doses, Germanium must be purchased in capsule form.

Scientists have been conducting research on the healing properties of Germanium since the early 1920s. One of the most promising studies involved a clinical trial study consisting of seventeen patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Each patient received either Ge-132 alone or with small doses of prednisone (a synthetic corticosteroid drug). Fourteen of the seventeen participants reported improvement of joint pain and morning stiffness.

In addition to providing pain relief from arthritis, Germanium has proven effective in many other diseases including: certain types of cancer, asthma, diabetes, some mental disorders including depressive psychoses and schizophrenia, digestive disorders including gastritis and ulcers, and cardiac disorders.

Therapeutic doses of organic germanium can help to increase oxygen in the body. Scientists know this is critical in helping to retard the growth of cancer cells, and may even help those cells to their normal state. An increase in oxygen can also help to reduce inflammation, which is oftentimes the cause of arthritis pain.

Additionally, organic germanium has proven effective in helping fight diseases caused by insufficient cellular oxygenation, or oxidative free-radical damage. Research suggests that germanium may help treat cancer of the lungs, bladder, larynx and breast. Other studies suggest it to be helpful for treating depression, asthma, diabetes, hypertension, heavy metal toxicity, neuralgia, and sinus infections.

Germanium is sold in most health food stores and can also be found via the Internet. It is somewhat pricey, with a bottle of 100 capsules costing around $120. However, if you suffer from excruciating arthritis pain, it's well worth the investment.

While there have been no reported side effects associated with organic germanium, a few side effects have been reported by those taking the inorganic form. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: changes in the amount of urine, weakness, dizziness, tingling of the hands or feet.

If you are taking medications, it's best to consult with a qualified herbalist or someone with a strong background in alternative healing modalities before consuming therapeutic doses of germanium. Women who are pregnant or nursing, and anyone with kidney disease, should avoid using Germanium.

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