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Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory, multisystem, autoimmune disorder. It is a disabling and painful condition which can lead to substantial loss of mobility due to pain and joint destruction. The disease is also systemic in that it often also affects many extra-articular tissues throughout the body including the skin, blood vessels, heart, lungs, and...

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bigiblue 08/30/2009

I saw a post the other day, I can't remember from whom. Her son was put on this jc for RA. I want to know if it worked and how long did it take to take affect.
bigi

Debsinkenn 08/30/2009

I didn't read the post you are talking about but I did try mangosteen before. Some of my relatives swear by it but I didn't see a lot of difference. I will say though if you try it the stuff at Costco is really really gross. The only one that tasted great was Xango. I don't sell it or anything just letting you know what I thought.

deleted_user 08/31/2009

I do Mona Vie and it has been a huge miracle for me. It is specifically formulated to help inflamation. The fruit that is used is all anti-inflamatory. The only drwback is that it is expensive. About $125 a case, but I wouldn't go without mine. I notice a HUGE difference when I forget to take it. Also, it has tremendously boosted my immune system! I haven't been sick for about a year. I am not trying to sell it to you, I just know that it has worked for me!

deleted_user 08/31/2009

Hey bigblue,

I haven't tried it but now I want to. I found this on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mangostin .....now I'm wondering what I can find that's cheap enough that I can afford it. a supplement perhaps? you should try it and let us know if it works! Remember though, to give everything 3 months. Even vitamin E can take up to three months to work!
Hugs,
sarah

bigiblue 08/31/2009

well I have taken my first shot of this jc and it taste awful, but I am going to keep on taking it. The lady at the health store said she's been taking it for years, no cold etc... She also said that it is suppose to help Joints. . I'll keep you all posted.

deleted_user 09/01/2009

Bigblue,
did you ask her how long it takes to start working? that's pretty important info if you can find it....RA is a tough disease, most things take their time to work.
Hugs,
Sarah

deleted_user 09/01/2009

How much did it cost you?

deleted_user 09/01/2009

I am thinking of getting some Mangosteen if it works for you, please let me know. I am definitely open to other products besides the MV!

bigiblue 09/01/2009

Xandu
I have not heard of Mona Vie. The Mangosteen I take is Mangosteen Gold ( I think because it is just mangosteen and not a blend).
I paid $25.00 a bottle. I take 1 oz a day.

LynnRivers 09/02/2009

I've taken mangosteen caplets (from the drugstore) off and on for about two years. I've never stuck to them on a daily basis so I can't attest to how well they really work. I personally did notice a change in the stiffness the following morning after taking one. They are an anti-oxident that is supposed to reduce inflamtion. Just like pomengranite, grape seed extract, ETC.

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