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Suggest Alternative Herbs Or Supplements With Effects Of Ibuprofen For Inflammation

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Posted on Tue, 29 May 2018
Question: What herb or supplement mimics the closest effects of ibuprofen for inflammation?
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Boswelia

Detailed Answer:
Hi there

Thanks for the query

Boswelia herb is known to have great Antiinflammatory properties similar to NSAIDS like Ibuprofen.

Turmeric has Curcurmin which is also a great Antiinflammatory agent.

Historically, St. John's wort was used to treat depression and body pains.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr.Aashish Raghu
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Suggest Alternative Herbs Or Supplements With Effects Of Ibuprofen For Inflammation

Brief Answer: Boswelia Detailed Answer: Hi there Thanks for the query Boswelia herb is known to have great Antiinflammatory properties similar to NSAIDS like Ibuprofen. Turmeric has Curcurmin which is also a great Antiinflammatory agent. Historically, St. John's wort was used to treat depression and body pains. I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr.Aashish Raghu