Vitamin D and autoimmune rheumatic diseases.
Cutolo M.
Rheumatology (Oxford). 2009 Mar;48(3):210-2. Epub 2008 Oct 17.
PMID: 18930963
doi:10.1093/rheumatology/ken394
The fresh or dried roots and underground stems are commonly used to treat a wide range of
ailments like rheumatism, arthritis and muscle pain. It is also a traditional remedy for
menstrual irregularities, premenstrual syndrome and gynecological conditions like menopausal
symptoms (hot flashes, palpitations, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and other symptoms that can
occur during menopause). The stems and roots of the black cohosh are made into strong infusions
(teas), capsules, solid extracts used in pills, or tinctures (liquid extracts).
New research suggests that people with rheumatoid arthritis are at somewhat higher risk of developing blood clots in their veins than those without the disorder.
itamin D and autoimmunity: new aetiological and therapeutic considerations.
Arnson Y, Amital H, Shoenfeld Y.
Ann Rheum Dis. 2007 Sep;66(9):1137-42. Epub 2007 Jun 8. Review.
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doi:10.1136/ard.2007.069831