Can I take Rose Hip as well as Glucosomine & Chondroitin?!
Question:
Can I take Rose Hip as well as Glucosomine & Chondroitin?
I am taking Glucosomine & Chondroitin, as recommended by my doctor. I've heard Rose Hip is excellent for arthritis (although it takes about a month to kick in). Is it safe to take Rose Hip as well as Glucosomine & Chondroitin?
Answers:
Yes, they can safely be taken together.
Rose hip isn't particularly well known for arthrits, but may help due to the vitamin C content - high dosages of vitamin C can help with certain types of arthritis, particularly if there are high levels of inflammation.
Other herbal medicines can be more effective - the best way is to seek advice from an experienced herbalist, but the following may be helpful:
Harpagophytum (Devil's Claw), Salix alba (Willow - contains natural salicylate - aspirin) or Ginger.
There are numerous others also. Good luck, and hope you find the relief you need.