Natural compound could fight rheumatoid arthritis at its source

A natural compound extracted from a medicinal plant showed promise against rheumatoid arthritis in rats, reducing joint swelling, protecting cartilage and calming immune responses behind chronic inflammation. Scientists found it works by targeting a specific protein and restoring balance to fatty acid metabolism. The evidence is from animal models and has not been validated in humans.

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