Turmeric- used for inflammation
and pain, turmeric contains the active component curcumin. Take
400-600mg 3x/day for relief from the “itis”
Ginger- also an anti-inflammatory,
ginger contains gingerols, and when dried becomes even more potent
changing into shogaols . Ginger is also a strong anti-bacterial and
anti-viral. Take 1-2 grams/day
Boswellia- also known as
frankincense, has the active compound Boswellic acid. It's been
proven to help with pain, inflammation, asthma, and Crohn's disease.
Take 150-400mg 3x/day orally for help with systemic pain or
inflammation, or apply liberally as a lotion or cream for local use.
Cloves- Contain the active
constituent Eugenol, it's an appetite stimulant, anti-oxidant and
can also kill internal parasites at a high enough dose. Take
1-2grams/day for a digestive aid
Cinnamon- Has been known to help
with diabetes, have anti-viral properties, promote digestive health and stimulate
appetite. Take 1-6 grams/day for appetite
Oregano- Is a strong antimicrobial,
antifungal, and appetite stimulant. Take 200mg 2-3x/day to aid
digestion.
Devil's Claw- Has been used as an
anti-malaria treatment, treat liver and kidney problems, and is a great
pain killer. Take 750mg 3x/day for pain.
Cayenne- Active component
Capsaicin. Take .5-1gram / day or use topically as a lotion (<.25% to prevent skin irritation) for pain
St. John's Wort- While often used
to enhance mood by increasing serotonin, St. John's Wort has some
even more noticeable effects on estrogen. It increases clearance of
estrogen via the liver, which is great for building muscle tissue,
and if you are a woman that experiences bad cramps or hot flashes
this could be a viable solution for you. Hands down St. John's Wort
should be on your list of herbs to buy as a lifter, whether male or
female.
Do not take if you are on birth control.
Cat's Claw- Also acts on estrogen,
but by binding at the estrogen site, but because it isn't nearly as
powerful as estrogen it will have a greatly decreased estrogen
effect. Cat's Claw can also increase IGF-1 levels (insulin like
growth factor), which can stimulate an anabolic effect in skeletal
muscle, cartilage, bone, liver, kidney, nerves, skin and lung
tissues. Take 1-4 grams 2x/
daily
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