Articles by Virginia Franco

Glucosamine Chondroitin Side Effects

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Virginia Franco

An estimated 27 million adults in the United States live with osteoarthritis—the most common type of arthritis, according to NIH's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Caused by the breakdown of cartilage, people with osteoarthritis suffer from pain, joint damage and limited motion.

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Side Effects of Too Much Echinacea

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Virginia Franco

Echinacea is believed by many to stimulate the immune system and help the body fight infection and has therefore been used for centuries to treat and prevent colds, the flu and other infections.