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== What Does It Mean? == | |||
= What Does It Mean? = | |||
Arthritis is a condition characterized by inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the joints. It can result from immune dysregulation, oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, or cartilage degeneration. Functional medicine addresses arthritis by identifying root causes, such as nutrient deficiencies, autoimmune dysfunction, and toxin exposure, to promote joint health and long-term symptom relief. | Arthritis is a condition characterized by inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the joints. It can result from immune dysregulation, oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, or cartilage degeneration. Functional medicine addresses arthritis by identifying root causes, such as nutrient deficiencies, autoimmune dysfunction, and toxin exposure, to promote joint health and long-term symptom relief. | ||
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* Deformities in advanced stages (e.g., finger joint abnormalities in rheumatoid arthritis) | * Deformities in advanced stages (e.g., finger joint abnormalities in rheumatoid arthritis) | ||
== Lab Test Findings == | === Lab Test Findings === | ||
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|'''Expected Changes''' | |'''Expected Changes''' | ||
|'''Optimal Range''' | |'''Optimal Range''' | ||
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|'''Supplement''' | |'''Supplement''' | ||
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|'''Dosage & Frequency''' | |'''Dosage & Frequency''' | ||
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|1 scoop of powder without food, daily | |1 scoop of powder without food, daily | ||
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| | |Vita Buffered C Powder | ||
|Immune & antioxidant support | |||
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