Rutin: Another obscure health help [part 2]

To continue: additional food sources for Rutin are listed below

1) Apples with skins

2) Black and green teas

3) Rooibos tea (a red herbal tea)

4) Asparagus

5) Raspberries

6) Figs

7) Olives

8) Capers

But, of course, if none of these are considered “tasty” to you, there are always rutin supplements.

Rutin, since it is a flavonoid has been shown to have many anti-inflammatory aspects, has been shown to help with osteoarthritis. The authors of an animal experiment with rutin were able to show and track a pathway in the body that would explain how rutin inhibits the inflammatory progression of OA. Other animal studies have shown how Rutin is effective for:

* Reducing rheumatoid arthritic symptoms

* Inhibiting acute and chronic phases of inflammation

*Slowing inflammation and cartilage breakdown in osteoporosis

More research would be required on humans to know if the same results would occur.

Scarring and destruction of the liver is termed as cirrhosis of the liver. This disease interferes with blood flow through the liver which, of course, compromises liver function. Rutin is purported to protect the liver from cellular damage through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Again, animal studies have shown that rutin helps to lower liver enzymes and increase antioxidant enzymes created by the liver. These markets would indicate rutin provides some protection to the liver, but more human studies need to be performed.

Some precautions to be noted (due to the fact that sufficient studies are lacking) on pregnant or lactating women, therefore, it wouldn’t be good for women in these categories to supplement with Rutin.

Also, prior to taking rutin, be certain to speak with your healthcare provider if you suffer from any of the following:

1) Have a history of heart disease or blood clots

2) Take blood thinners

3) Have diabetes and are taking blood sugar lowering medication—Rutin may lower (naturally) blood sugar levels.

4) Have any chronic conditions requiring continuous medication

Due to the fact that, as yet, Rutin isn’t considered an “essential nutrient,” there is no established Required Daily Allowance. Rutin tablets and capsules are sold online and/or in health food stores.

And, unfortunately, again there isn’t enough scientific data to be able to provide a recommended dose. Rutin is often combined with other herbal supplements so be sure to check with your doctor or PA for a beginning (experimental) dose as they will consider your age, sex and medical history before advising you.

If you purchase the supplement, the National Institute of Health would have you search for a Supplement Facts Label on all products.

It is always good to be “open” to learning “if and when” we can find an alternative route to curing or, at least, successfully managing diseases/symptoms, but we never should commence anything new without including the feedback from the other member of your healthcare team.