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Do you know anyone with arthritis?
After having been launched in Malaysia for over two years, several thousand people are now benefiting from OLIVENOL™ livin’ for various kind of conditions such as skin disorders, autoimmune diseases, including joint problem like arthritis. Our post-marketing clinical experience in arthritis is encouraging as we have received a lot of positive feedback from our users.
Last year, we have launched a 3-month OLIVENOL™ livin’ Psoriasis Blog Project in the interest to build our knowledge on the effect of OLIVENOL™ livin’ on psoriasis. Due to overwhelming response, we launched the Phase II programme, and extended the duration to 12 months. (Go to http://olivenol-livin.blogspot.com/ for more details.)
We have decided to extend this programme to arthritis sufferers who are new to OLIVENOL™ livin’. We are pleased to announce the launch of “OLIVENOL Arthritis Blog Project”.
This is a public programme, using the internet as the tool of recording results and communicating experience to interest group. In order to participate in this programme, you will have to be a diagnosed patient with arthritis, and at the same time, active in blogging. One of the condition to take part in this programme is you must be willing to share a 90-day online journal publicly.
You may blog in English, Bahasa, 中文, or mix. In exchange, we will provide you supply for OLIVENOL livin’ at special rate.
The first of such blogger is Terry Gallyot, MR ASIA 99′. You may read about his experience with OLIVENOL™ livin’ for arthritis by visiting his blog at http://gallyot.blogspot.com/
We are interested to collect more feedback on the efficacy of OLIVENOL livin’ on arthritis to further enhance our post-marketing content. Your participation in this project will help us and other arthritis sufferers to determine the efficacy with more accuracy.
If you have arthritis or you know someone with the condition, please ask them to contact us by email at olivenol @ triniaire.com (or reply in the comment of this article).
Hey Sisters, Watch Out for Arthritis!
Did you know that 3 out of 5 arthritis patients are women? Statistics show that arthritis strikes women more often than man, and several of the more common forms are more prevalent in women.
Osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis. It is characterized by the breakdown and eventual loss of the cartilage in joints, and it is often caused by “wear and tear”. Women usually develop it after the age of 45.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is another common form of arthritis which usually strikes women between the ages of 25 to 50. It is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints and other organs.
Patients with arthritis usually suffer from pain, stiffness and swelling at joints, which causes limitations in daily living activities and overall diminution in quality of life. As the condition becomes more severe, symptoms may include a total loss of function in the affected joints.
Wearing high heels exerts extreme pressure on foot joints making it unbearably painful for arthritis sufferers
Continue reading Hey Sisters, Watch Out for Arthritis!
Could Hydroxytyrosol the Olive Polyphenol Reduce the Effects of Lupus?
Lupus erythematosus is a connective tissue disease. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems, including joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Lupus occurs more frequently in women than men, though the reasons for this are unknown.
Lupus is categorised as an autoimmune disorder. Its symptoms, like in other autoimmune diseases, tend to flare up and recede.
Four types of lupus exist — systemic lupus erythematosus, discoid lupus erythematosus, drug-induced lupus erythematosus and neonatal lupus. Of these, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common and serious form of lupus. With treatment, most people with lupus can lead active lives.
Lupus affects major organs of the human body.
Direct data linking hydroxytyrosol (HT) and lupus is still insufficient to allow definitive conclusions. However, based on the what is available in hand and clinical proven results from other related disease eg: RA, and psoriasis, we see strong potential benefits.
Lupus therapy has two goals:
- The first objective is to *reduce_the_symptoms* during the flares.
- Secondly, treatment is aimed at *extending_the_periods_of_remission* as long as possible.
1) REDUCE SYMPTOMS
- OLIVENOL’s anti-inflammatory properties reduce pain in affected arthritic joints and reduce plaques and lesions on skin of psoriasis sufferer.
- There is also anti-UV protection that is required since UV light can aggravate the lupus skin rash.
2) EXTEND REMISSION
The underlying cause of lupus is a antibody production leading to immune complex (IC) formation. However, the origin and trigger of this excessive production of antibody is an immune system that is “out of sync”. Recent studies have shown that immune system that sends out spurious messages can be re-modulated by dietary antioxidant.
Maintaining adequate antioxidant status may provide a useful approach in reducing cell injury and dysfunction observed in some autoimmune disorders. [De la Fuente M: Effects of antioxidants on immune system ageing. Eur J Clin Nutr 2002, 56(Suppl 3):5-8.]
Olive polyphenol HT, the active ingredient in OLIVENOL livin’ is the most potent natural anti-oxidant known to man. We believe it is HT’s effective remodulation of the immune system that give rise to the efficacy of the product.
SLE sufferers with symptoms similar to arthritis and psoriasis is likely to benefit from the same mechanism.
If you are a lupus sufferer and wish to share your treatment experience, leave a comment below.
Fight Inflammation with OLIVENOL livin’ – Chiou Ying’s Story
Here’s an exciting experience with OLIVENOL livin’ shared by Chiou Ying on our Facebook page:
This is one of the thousands successful stories of OLIVENOL livin’ in reducing inflammation. Studies have proven the amazing anti-inflammatory effect of hydroxytyrosol, the active ingredient in OLIVENOL livin’.
Hydroxytyrosol reduces inflammation by inhibiting the expression of a series of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as iNOS, NKT, TNF-a, etc. Besides, in a randomized controlled trial, hydroxytyrosol relieved pain, reduced inflammation and improved physical function in OA and RA patients within the first 8 weeks.
Besides reducing inflammation in arthritis and dermatitis, Chiou Ying’s experience indicated efficacy of OLIVENOL livin’ in reducing other types of inflammation. We are looking forward to see more people benefiting from OLIVENOL livin’ in other therapeutic areas.
Living with Psoriasis – Blogging Project (Photo Update 1)
A few months ago, we invited psoriasis sufferers to join a programme to document the efficacy of OLIVENOL livin’ on their psoriasis condition. Ten people signed up and are keeping online journals of their condition on blogs. You can read their blogs using this link: Living with Psoriasis.
So far, about 7 out of the 10 have reported positive results after being on the programme for a couple of weeks. Quiet frankly, we are encouraged with the results so far. We like what we see. Here are some photo updates, showing their conditions – before and after:
Continue reading Living with Psoriasis – Blogging Project (Photo Update 1)
The Agony of Arthritis: Overcoming the Pain
This article is our 3rd installment in our series of articles on My Untold Story – The Agony Of Arthritis. Yet again, we are able to share with you moving letters from our consumers who have found OLIVENOL livin’ effective.
Here is a story by Mr KC Chan, 48, from Subang Jaya who shared the “two-in-one” beneficial experience about himself and also his wife.
Continue reading The Agony of Arthritis: Overcoming the Pain
Treating Arthritis: OTC Supplements vs Prescription Medications
The Agony of Arthritis: OTC Supplements vs Prescription Medications
A survey conducted by Caravan Opinion Research among Orthopaedic Surgeons in the US shows they view “over-the-counter” (OTC) supplements as an effective alternative to prescription medications.
These specialists say an over-the-counter (OTC) treatment can be an effective alternative to prescription medication. According to new survey results unveiled of more than 250 orthopedic surgeons, 70 percent of those surveyed say they recommend OTCs most often as a first line treatment option to their patients with minor arthritis pain.
The survey was conducted to measure how recent news about the safety of pain relievers has affected the way orthopedic surgeons recommend medications for minor arthritis pain.
Orthopedic surgeons are specialists in the treatment of bone and joint disorders, including arthritis. The survey is a collaborative effort by colleagues at Florida Hospital, David D. Dore, M.D., Medical Director of The Joint Replacement Center at Celebration Health and James Rippe, M.D. of the hospital’s Rippe Lifestyle Institute.
“Given all the recent negative news, I think physicians are being more cautious about using prescription pain relievers that may increase their patients’ risk for serious health issues,” said Dr. Dore. Almost all (90 percent) specialists surveyed report that they have decreased their use of COX-2 prescription medications and increased their use of OTCs.
Among this group, 91 percent named easy dosing with fewer pills as a top reason they believe Aleve to be the most effective OTC pain medication while 81 percent named long-lasting relief as a top reason.
“I always tell my patients to start with an OTC medication and the results of the survey show that most orthopedic surgeons seem to agree,” said Dr. Rippe. “Furthermore, I think you’d find similar results among other specialists who treat people with arthritis. No matter what their specialty, doctors are looking for the same thing when recommending pain medication — efficacy and safety. Over-the-counter pain medications offer both.”
Significant Survey Findings
* Nearly all – 82 percent – of orthopaedic surgeons polled report that recent news about pain relievers has had an effect on the way they recommend pain medication for minor arthritis pain
* Based on experience, 97 percent of orthopaedic surgeons surveyed believe OTCs can be an effective alternative to prescription medication to treat minor arthritis pain
The Situation in Malaysia
Recent development shows that the situation in Malaysia is moving in the same direction. Orthopaedic Surgeons and Rheumatologist have started to recommend OTCs supplementation as a first line alternative treatment for the same reasons.
OLIVENOL livin’, a patented extract from olive juice has established itself as one of the top OTC product used in the treatment of arthritis in several private hospitals in Malaysia. OLIVENOL is one of the few natural OTC supplement with strong clinical findings demonstrating its efficacy in relieving arthritic pain and increasing mobility of affected joints.
In 2005, the Arizona State University conducted a clinical trial to evaluate the effects of OLIVENOL™ on 100 patients aged from 55 to 75 years, suffering from Osteoarthritis (OA) & Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The trial employed a double blind placebo protocol where patients we not aware of what they were consuming.
The summary findings showed OLIVENOL™ made significant improvement in relieving pain, reducing inflammation and improving movement, as reported by both patient and physician. Click to download the full published report from >> HERE <<
Discuss With Your Doctor
The next time you consult your orthopaedic surgeon or rheumatologist, ask him about OLIVENOL as alternative treatment to your conditions. There is a growing group of medical specialists in Malaysia who are using OTC supplementation such as OLIVENOL™ livin’ as treatment for their arthritis patients. Both patients and doctors are happy with the results on this decision.
We are telling these untold stories to the public in conjunction with a 3-month National Arthritis Focus Campaign. If you have any questions on arthritis or the use of OLIVENOL as treatment for arthritis, direct them to us. Arthritis sufferers need to know there is a better alternative treatment available to them.
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The Agony of Arthritis: Easing the Pain
My name is Liew Ming Siew, and I am 39 years old. I am a teacher by profession. I started having pains in my joints, especially my knees a few years ago, and went to consult an orthopedic surgeon at the general hospital where I lived. Based on my symptoms, the doctor suggested that my problem is more likely due to rheumatoid arthritis and area he is not equipped to address.
On the days that I have pain, I can’t do anything much. I can’t walk comfortably and have no motivation and interest to do much with my life. The only thing on my mind is how do I take away this pain? How can I lead a normal life? I am still so young. Frustration builds up and I felt like my life is no longer under my control. I live under a sentence of this debilitating pain.
I walked into a pharmacist one day, and out of desperation, I described my condition to him. He told me about this exciting product that just came out in the market – OLIVENOL livin’. At that time, the company was running a three months programme for consumers to experience the benefits of OLIVENOL with a fourth month consumption free from the company. In my mind, this company is fully confident of its product and it cares for its consumers. I did not hesitate to purchase my first pack. This was in October 2008. I am so happy to report that since I started taking Olivenol, not only has my pain lessen, I also experience less episodes of pain.
What makes this testimonial even more exciting is that my brother, Chit Sien (37 years old) also suffers from symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. He has joint pains in his knuckles and knees. I recommended Olivenol to him and he now shares this same wonderful experience as me! He only started taking for a few months and the change has been so obvious. He, like me, has less episodes of pain and the pain has lessen as well.
Our utmost thanks and gratitude to OLIVENOL livin’ for giving us back the quality of life. We can now be productive and free from pain – all due to this wonderful product.
Our agony is over, our pain is eased!
Lim Ming Siew, 39, Taiping
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