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- proper noun A taxonomic
species within thegenus Rosa —dog rose .
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Studies show due to its anti-inflammatory properties, GOPO® –the active compound isolated from Rosa canina, a type of rose-hip – is more effective at reducing pain and improving mobility than other supplements for joint pain, such as glucosamine.
Archive 2006-03-01 Thatsnews 2006
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In the study, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial published in the Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology Aug 20051, 82% of patients reported a reduction in pain after 3 weeks of active treatment with GOPO - the active compound isolated from Rosa canina, a type ofrose-hip.
Archive 2006-03-01 Thatsnews 2006
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