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SierraSil: A Unique Sierra Mountain Remedy to Restore Your Joints to Health
Arthritis is the greatest cause of disability in the UK and is the reason for one in five visits to the doctor. It is thought that eight million people in the UK suffer with this condition.
Arthritis’ prevalence is advanced by the abundance of its varieties. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis, the most common being osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and gout.
People suffering with arthritis can suffer from many symptoms, including pain, aching, stiffness and swelling in or around the joints. It can substantially impact lifestyle and severely limit ordinary activities once taken for granted; for example, those with joint symptoms report difficulty participating in sports, typing, bathing, dressing, preparing meals, driving and doing housework.
Many people mistakenly assume they have to put up with arthritis, especially those with osteoarthritis who believe it’s part of the legacy of old age. Some people become depressed because they can’t do things they take for granted, such as getting dressed or going for a walk, and become isolated.
We are thrilled to report this month on a product that helps promote joint mobility. It is called SierraSil, and it’s made from a distinct, naturally occurring volcanic mineral deposit mined only in an exclusive location high in the Sierra Mountains.
Unique in many ways, this volcanic compound helps maintain
mobility and flexibility of your joints
A representative from SierraSil’s manufacturer, Sierra Mountain Minerals, Inc., told us here at HSI a little bit about how the substance was originally discovered. Apparently, the earliest reports of its use go back to early Native Americans. Although the moment it was first used as an oral supplement seems as much of a mystery as why the high Sierras appear to be the only location in the world this substance exists.
Even the manufacturing process is unique. It occurs naturally in a textured rock form, which is extracted from one specific surface mine site located five hours from the closest city. Once it’s taken from the ground, it’s put in barrels and moved to the manufacturer’s location where it is pulverized, heated to ensure that there are no micro-organisms present in the formula, then put into capsules.
This distinct volcanic compound, which contains a uniquely balanced blend of 65 macro and trace minerals, has been shown to support joint mobility and flexibility and, based on anecdotal reports, it is changing people’s lives.
The most common mineral group on Earth is silicate minerals, all of which contain the elements silica and oxygen as their main ingredients. Most silicate minerals form when molten (volcanic) rock cools, either at or near the Earth’s surface or deep underground. SierraSil™ provides minute amounts of silicon adequate to exert therapeutic effects.
Decrease cartilage breakdown by up to 73 per cent in just one week
The idea of volcanic rock used as a supplement to relieve arthritic pain struck us as odd, to say the least. So we checked in with Dr. Martin Milner, the medical advisor for the HSI newsletter in the US, to see what he could tell us.
According to Dr. Milner, minerals derived from rock rather than plants are relatively difficult to absorb – usually 10 per cent at best.
He also cautioned that the distribution of elements in the volcanic rock may or may not be in safe concentrations and ratios. We went back to Sierra Mountain Minerals for additional explanation regarding these concerns. As of December 2004, they didn’t have any assays available to demonstrate the distribution of minerals in SierraSil.
However, they did offer results of a clinical trial performed on the product. An in vitro study using human cartilage tissues and cells from osteoarthritis (OA) patients tested both SierraSil and SierraSil with Vincaria, a cat’s claw extract. They found that both reduced the breakdown of cartilage cells by 68 to 73 per cent in just one week.1
According to the lead researcher of the study, Mark Miller, Ph.D, “These results indicate that SierraSil and SierraSil with Vincaria are likely to be effective anti-inflammatory agents in the treatment of joint pain and that these benefits are likely due to suppression of gene expression”.
Dr. Miller also offered the following encouraging comments, “SierraSil… may offer exciting new approaches to limiting the joint destruction and lack of mobility associated with arthritis.”
Based on the results of this pilot study, the mineral complex is currently being investigated in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled human clinical trial involving 120 patients with OA of the knee.
SierraSil helps people find relief from years of pain
In the meantime, testimonials have been flooding in. They relate some pretty powerful stories. One woman’s letter said, “I cried when I noticed for the first time in years I wasn’t thinking about my pain.” Another person commented, “After getting partial relief from natural remedies for joint problems I have finally found complete relief.”
We’ll no doubt have more natural arthritis relief breakthroughs to report to you in the future. For now, though, it’s nice to know that you can breathe a sigh of relief instead of one of frustration over the lack of access to Vioxx. With another more effective – and safe – weapon to add to your arthritis arsenal, relief and healing have never been more accessible.
What to take for best results
SierraSil comes in either capsule or powder form. The recommended dosage for SierraSil is one capsule three times daily or one scoop of powder daily, mixed into juice, water, or food.
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