Better Than Drugs? Ancient Samoan ‘Leaf’ ENDS Pain!

By Jack Taylor Posted January 29, 2022

We all battle with aches and pains. 

And whether you have arthritis, or are feeling sore from some winter snow shoveling, chances are you’re reaching for an over-the-counter (OTC) pain killer like ibuprofen to give you some relief.  

And who can blame you? 

After all, for years we’ve been told by mainstream medicine that OTC pain killers are the only way to get fast-acting, effective relief from your aches and pains… 

Even though OTC drugs have been linked to countless side effects like liver damage, stomach bleeding, and even kidney disease.  

But this dependence on OTC pain meds could all be changing in the not-so-distant future, thanks so some new research around the healing powers of an ancient, Samoan ‘leaf.’ 

Here’s what they found…  

Researchers from Samoa, New Zealand, and the U.S. have discovered that the leaves of the Samoan tree, matalafi, relieve inflammation. Even better? It works as well as ibuprofen (a popular OTC pain killer) but WITHOUT the side effects. For hundreds of years, natives of Samoa have been using the leaves of the matalafi tree to treat a wide variety of inflammation-related ailments, including injuries and wound care.  

But this is the first time that modern science has examined the healing powers of the matalafi tree.  

In multiple lab studies, researchers found that compounds in the tree leaves were just as effective at targeting and treating inflammation as ibuprofen. 

It should be noted that more studies are on-going to determine the exact compound in the tree leaf that stops inflammation, but the fact that early studies are already finding it to be as effective as a mega-popular OTC drug is very promising! 

But this doesn’t mean you need to wait around for matalafi to hit the shelves of your local pharmacy or health food store. In fact, there are plenty of natural remedies to sooth aching joints. 

Take glucosamine for example. 

Glucosamine is the ‘rubbery’ tissue that naturally cushions your bones and joints. Your body naturally produces glucosamine, but it can deteriorate over time, leading to osteoarthritis – the most common form of arthritis. 

But even if your body’s natural supply of glucosamine is slowing down, research has found that taking glucosamine supplements can help SAVE your joints and give you the relief you’re looking for! 

Glucosamine (along with chondroitin — another vital part of your cartilage) protects cells in the cartilage that help it maintain its structure. This NATURALLY slows down cartilage degeneration in your joints AND reduces pain associated with osteoarthritis. 

Glucosamine can be found at most health food stores or online vitamin retailers. Just be sure to stick to the recommended dosage on the label if you decide to supplement with glucosamine.