Sea cucumber

Sea cucumber is a marine animal, a relative of starfish and is found in the waters of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. The Chinese have known of its therapeutic value for thousands of years. Researchers believe that sea cucumbers improve the balance of prostaglandins which regulate the inflammatory process. Sea cucumbers contain substance known as mucopolysaccharides and chondroitins which are often lacking in people with arthritis. Sea cucumber is one of the most useful treatments for arthritis available. In Australia the sea cucumber was designated as an official arthritis treatment in 1992. In addition, sea cucumber provide vitamin A, B-1, B-2, B-3 and C as well as the minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium and Zinc 

Effective for: 

• Anti inflammatory 
• Arthritis 
• Relieves joint aches and stiffness 

Supplements: 

Sea cucumber extract is available as a dietary supplement. 

Recommended Dose: 

For arthritis 500 mg three to four times per day, tapering the dosage to two times a day once the effects are noticed. 

Side effects and precautions: 

Sea cucumber supplements do not have any reported side effects except for the possibility of allergic reaction in people allergic to seafood.