Does Raisin And Gin Aid Osteoarthritis?
A reader of The People's Pharmacy who suffers from severe swelling in her hands and arms every morning says eating a few gin-soaked raisins every day has significantly improved her symptoms. Health experts Joe and Teresa Graedon respond to the patient's story, and give further information about this home remedy.
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