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		<title>Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced &#124; Truth Revealed</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:06:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Arthritis is a painful, debilitating condition that is caused by the deterioration of the cartilage that protects the bones of your joints from rubbing together.  When your cartilage is thinned through age, overuse or disease you will do just about anything to get joint pain relief.
Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced provides joint pain relief through ingredients such [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arthritis is a painful, debilitating condition that is caused by the deterioration of the cartilage that protects the bones of your joints from rubbing together.  When your cartilage is thinned through age, overuse or disease you will do just about anything to get joint pain relief.</p>
<p>Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced provides joint pain relief through ingredients such as Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Manganese and Vitamin C.  Besides these natural ingredients, Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced contains 5-Loxin, a brand of concentrated herb commonly known as Boswellia Serata.  This makes Bi-Flex Advanced different from any other joint pain supplement; Boswellia has been used in India for centuries to treat and arrest the effects of arthritis.</p>
<p>A relative of frankincense, Boswellia maintains healthy cartilage by increasing blood flow and decreasing inflammation.  Healthy cartilage is instrumental in preventing arthritis but if this joint-cushioning material has begun to deteriorate Boswellia can improve its biochemical structure.  A randomized, double blind placebo controlled study of 5-Loxin (Boswellia) has shown it to be safe and effective.  This type of study is one in which there are three groups; one is given a placebo and the other two get different doses of the supplement in question.  Neither the subjects nor the people conducting the study know which patients are getting the supplements until the study is completed.  This insures unbiased results in measuring joint pain relief.  5-Loxin has been shown during clinical studies to have beneficial results in providing joint pain relief as well as improving the health and thickness of cartilage that cushion the joints.</p>
<p>Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced joint pain supplement has provided natural joint pain relief to millions of people suffering the effects of arthritis.  It’s more than a means of joint pain relief, though.  The ingredients can actually help rebuild the cartilage that protects your bones from rubbing together which is the source of arthritis pain.  Some people inherit a tendency to arthritis while others develop it because they are overweight and place unusual stress on their joints.  Athletes can develop arthritis through stress and overuse of their joints.  However someone gets arthritis, though, it’s important to think of benefits that surpass mere joint pain relief.</p>
<p>Treating the symptoms instead of the cause will provide joint pain relief but the pain will increase as the cartilage between the joints deteriorates.  In order to halt this process and even help rebuild this cushion for the joints, taking Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced provides the body with the minerals and supplements it needs to begin replacing valuable cartilage that provides joint pain relief.</p>
<p>A good joint pain supplement can be much more beneficial than a prescription pain medication.  There are none of the potential side effects of unnatural chemicals and a natural joint pain supplement can actually improve your health while providing natural joint pain relief.</p>
<p>Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced comes in easy to swallow caplets with a flip top cap instead of the usual frustrating and painful child-proof tops.  Unlike some of the cheaper supplements, each Bi-Flex advanced caplet contains just the right amount of ingredients to help you start repairing your body while getting the joint pain relief you need.  Many joint pain supplement tablets contain such low doses that you’ll spend half your day swallowing pills!</p>
<p>As always, check with your physician before starting any new medication or natural supplements.</p>
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		<title>Adverse Affects of Flexarite</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 22:14:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Joint Pain Areas]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[common medications]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are suffering from joint pain, joint stiffness or discomfiture you should definitely try out Flexarite. The magic drug can provide you joint relief within one week of starting consumption.
Flexarite harnesses the powers of joint relief granting ingredients. The arsenal of 17 constituents of Flexarite makes it a foolproof drug for all your joint [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.fixjointpain.com/tryflexarite.php"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-96" title="flexarite1" src="http://www.fixjointpain.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/flexarite1.jpg" alt="flexarite1" width="246" height="173" /></a>If you are suffering from joint pain, joint stiffness or discomfiture you should definitely try out Flexarite. The magic drug can provide you joint relief within one week of starting consumption.</p>
<p>Flexarite harnesses the powers of joint relief granting ingredients. The arsenal of 17 constituents of Flexarite makes it a foolproof drug for all your joint issues. 5-Loxin is a Boswellia Serrata extract which can defend your joints and cartilage against enzyme damage. This component is a new discovery and is patent pending.</p>
<p>Also uses the natural lubricant glucosamine and chondroitin sulfates which protect joint tissues from destruction by enzymes. These two compounds have been relied upon by arthritis patients since a very long time for gaining joint pain relief.</p>
<p>Joint pain is caused by inflammation of the joint tissues due to infections or other reasons. Hence it incorporates a line of anti inflammatory substances in its ingredient list; these include turmeric and bromelain. Bromelain is again a trusted drug for relieving rheumatism and osteo arthritis. 5 Loxin also has anti inflammatory properties because it lowers pro inflammatory modulators.</p>
<p>Flexarite has the agent Resveratrol that defies age and promotes not only joint health but also the overall fitness of your body. It also nourishes your joints and your body with important minerals like calcium, manganese and magnesium. It contains flax seed powder which is rich in many vital minerals. Flexarite also has useful vitamin D3 and other joint targeted ingredients like ascorbic acid, D Alpha tacopheryl, stearic acid and cayenne pepper powder.</p>
<p>People who experienced achy joints and stiffness in the joints found their condition greatly elevated as they started using Flexarite. Being a natural product there are no side effects to fear and it has helped innumerable people back to a normal life.</p>
<h3>Where Can I Buy FlexaRite?</h3>
<p>You can only purchase FlexaRite through <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fixjointpain.com/tryflexarite.php" target="_blank">the official FlexaRite website</a> &#8211; however, all you need to do is pay shipping and handling since they are now giving away free bottles of FlexaRite to those who claim the free bottles while they last! Get your free bottle  before it&#8217;s too late.</p>
<h3>Reverse Joint Damage and Heal Your Painful Joints!</h3>
<p>Did you know that Joint Pain causes damage to your joints that can harm you for the rest of your life and lead to diseases such as Arthritis?</p>
<p>Use if you are having joint pain before it&#8217;s much too late! Nobody likes to live in pain, and especially &#8211; nobody likes to damage their body and their joints! Getting your mobility back and healing your joints with a supplement that actually works well and is proven to work on more than 98% of the people who try it.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.fixjointpain.com/tryflexarite.php">Buy retail flexarite</a> risk free trial</p>
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		<title>Osteoarthritis relief from boswellia (5-Loxin)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[boswellia]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[boswellia supplement]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[For thousands of years, the Indian system of traditional medicine called Ayurvedic has depended on the anti-inflammatory properties of Boswellia serrata to treat a variety of conditions, including arthritis. Now researchers have scientific evidence that boswellia is a safe and effective alternative treatment for osteoarthritis.
Boswellia study
Investigators conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 70 patients [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-42" style="margin: 10px;" title="180px-koeh-0221" src="http://www.fixjointpain.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/180px-koeh-0221.jpg" alt="Boswellia 5-Loxin Pain relief" width="180" height="230" />For thousands of years, the Indian system of traditional medicine called Ayurvedic has depended on the anti-inflammatory properties of <em>Boswellia serrat</em>a<a href="http://www.thorne.com/altmedrev/.fulltext/13/2/165.pdf" target="_blank"> </a>to treat a variety of conditions, including arthritis. Now researchers have scientific evidence that boswellia is a safe and effective alternative treatment for osteoarthritis.</p>
<p><strong>Boswellia study<br />
</strong>Investigators conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 70 patients who had osteoarthritis. The patients were given an extract enriched with 30 percent AKBA (3-O-acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid), which is believed to be the most active ingredient in frankincense, the source of boswellia.</p>
<p>The patients received either 100 mg (25 subjects) or 250 mg (25) of 5-Loxin (the brand name of the extract), or a placebo (25) for 90 days. All the patients were evaluated for pain and physical functions when the study started and on days 7, 30, 60, and 90. The investigators also evaluated the synovial fluid from each patient for levels of the enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-3, which breaks down cartilage.</p>
<p>At the end of the study, both doses of the extract resulted in statistically significant improvements in joint pain, joint stiffness, and mobility. The patients in the 250-mg treatment group reported significant improvement as early as seven days after starting the study. These reports were corroborated by a significant reduction in matrix metalloproteinase-3 in the synovial fluid. In comparison, the patients taking placebo had no improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Taking boswellia for osteoarthritis </strong><br />
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting approximately 27 million people in the United States. Symptoms include pain, joint stiffness, and limited movement. According to the Arthritis Foundation Greater Southwest chapter in Phoenix, 1.5 million people in the southwest area have arthritis.</p>
<p>For arthritis, the suggested dose of boswellia supplement (standardized extract containing 60% boswellic acids) is 300 to 400 mg three times daily. Talk to your health-care professional before starting any supplement regimen.</p>
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		<title>A double blind, randomized, placebo controlled study of the efficacy and safety of 5-Loxin® for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:57:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Introduction
5-Loxin® is a novel Boswellia serrata extract enriched with 30% 3-O-acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid (AKBA), which exhibits potential anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting the 5-lipoxygenase enzyme. A 90-day, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 5-Loxin® in the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.
Methods
Seventy-five OA patients were included in the study. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4>Introduction</h4>
<p>5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>is a novel <em>Boswellia serrata </em>extract enriched with 30% 3-O-acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid (AKBA), which exhibits potential anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting the 5-lipoxygenase enzyme. A 90-day, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>in the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.</p>
<h4>Methods</h4>
<p>Seventy-five OA patients were included in the study. The patients received either 100 mg (n = 25) or 250 mg (n = 25) of 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>daily or a placebo (n = 25) for 90 days. Each patient was evaluated for pain and physical functions by using the standard tools (visual analog scale, Lequesne&#8217;s Functional Index, and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index) at the baseline (day 0), and at days 7, 30, 60 and 90. Additionally, the cartilage degrading enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-3 was also evaluated in synovial fluid from OA patients. Measurement of a battery of biochemical parameters in serum and haematological parameters, and urine analysis were performed to evaluate the safety of 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>in OA patients.</p>
<h4>Results</h4>
<p>Seventy patients completed the study. At the end of the study, both doses of 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>conferred clinically and statistically significant improvements in pain scores and physical function scores in OA patients. Interestingly, significant improvements in pain score and functional ability were recorded in the treatment group supplemented with 250 mg 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>as early as 7 days after the start of treatment. Corroborating the improvements in pain scores in treatment groups, we also noted significant reduction in synovial fluid matrix metalloproteinase-3. In comparison with placebo, the safety parameters were almost unchanged in the treatment groups.</p>
<h4>Conclusion</h4>
<p>5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>reduces pain and improves physical functioning significantly in OA patients; and it is safe for human consumption. 5-Loxin<sup>® </sup>may exert its beneficial effects by controlling inflammatory responses through reducing proinflammatory modulators, and it may improve joint health by reducing the enzymatic degradation of cartilage in OA patients.</p>
<p><a href="http://arthritis-research.com/content/10/4/R85">Click here for full study</a></p>
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		<title>Flexarite Free Trial Review &#8211; Joint Pain Relieve Supplements</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:53:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
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Some ailments have become quite common now a days. The key reason is bad eating habits and wrong lifestyle. One of them is joints pain. This problem is prevalent at all ages irrespective of the person&#8217;s work profile. It is mainly caused due to the following reasons:
· Infections of the joint.
· Conditions affecting the metabolism.
· [...]]]></description>
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<p>Some ailments have become quite common now a days. The key reason is bad eating habits and wrong lifestyle. One of them is joints pain. This problem is prevalent at all ages irrespective of the person&#8217;s work profile. It is mainly caused due to the following reasons:</p>
<p>· Infections of the joint.</p>
<p>· Conditions affecting the metabolism.</p>
<p>· Stress and injuries.</p>
<p>In order to get rid of this pain people try several medications and supplements. One of them is Flexarite joint pain relief supplements. Given below is a review of this product based on the users&#8217; comments on the internet:</p>
<p><strong>The ingredients of Flexarite:</strong></p>
<p>· Green lipped mussel powder</p>
<p>· Resveratrol</p>
<p>· Turmeric</p>
<p>· Flax seed powder</p>
<p>· Bromelain</p>
<p>· Acai berry extract</p>
<p>· Glucosamine</p>
<p>· Chondroitin</p>
<p><strong>Flexarite Joint Pain Relieve Supplements offer the following health benefits:</strong></p>
<p>· It helps to relieve the joints pain irrespective of its reason.</p>
<p>· It is clinically proven to yield the best of results in just 7 days.</p>
<p>· It heals your joints back to the normal.</p>
<p>· The turmeric is anti oxidant &amp; antiflammatory both.</p>
<p>· Bromelain helps in fighting osteoarthritis.</p>
<p>· Reduces the painful swelling that helps you in your daily routine.</p>
<p>· Flexarite joint pain relief supplement improves your joint plasticity.</p>
<p>· It also protects joints from the degradation caused by the enzymes.</p>
<p>The Flexarite joint pain relief supplement is worth trying. You can buy this online through the official website. It is not yet available for over the counter sales. You may also take the Flexarite joint pain relief supplements free trial &amp; it is advisable to always go for a trial so you could gauge its benefits.</p></div>
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		<title>Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:36:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joint Pain</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Chondroitin Sulfate]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[What Do They Do?
What are Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate?
What Do I Look For?
How Do I Take Them?
Are There Side Effects?
Cautions
What are Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate?
 Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are substances found naturally in the body. 			Glucosamine is a form of amino sugar that is believed to play a role in cartilage 			formation and repair. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">What Do They Do?<br />
What are Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate?<br />
What Do I Look For?<br />
How Do I Take Them?<br />
Are There Side Effects?<br />
Cautions</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="Whatare">What are Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate?</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"> Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are substances found naturally in the body. 			Glucosamine is a form of amino sugar that is believed to play a role in cartilage 			formation and repair. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a large protein molecule 			(proteoglycan) that gives cartilage elasticity.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Both glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are sold as dietary or nutritional 			supplements. They are extracted from animal tissue: glucosamine from crab, lobster or 			shrimp shells; and chondroitin sulfate from animal cartilage, such as tracheas or shark 			cartilage.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="Whatdotheydo">What do they do?</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"> Past studies show that some people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis (OA) taking either 			glucosamine or chondroitin sulfate reported pain relief at a level similar to that of 			nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen. Some research 			indicates that the supplements might also slow cartilage damage in people with OA. 			Definitive results about the effects of these supplements are expected from an in-depth 			clinical study currently being conducted by the National Institutes of Health.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="WhatdoIlookfor">What do I look for?</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"> Because dietary supplements are unregulated, the quality and content may vary widely. If 			you decide to take these supplements:</span></p>
<ul><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"></p>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Choose products sold by large, well-established companies that can be held accountable. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Read the product labels carefully to make sure the ingredient lists make sense to you. 			    If you have trouble, ask your pharmacists for help. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Be sure to consult your doctor before deciding to try these supplements. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Make sure that OA is the cause of your pain. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Do not stop or reduce your current prescribed medications without talking with your 			    doctor.</span></li>
<p></span></ul>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Recommended doses should cost about $1 to $3 per day, but most insurance companies do 			not cover this cost.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="HowdoI">How do I take them?</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"> If you decide to take these supplements, consult your doctor about the proper dosage. The 			amount used in studies of glucosamine was 1,500 mg per day and in studies of chondroitin 			sulfate, 1,200 mg per day was used.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">You can try the supplements along with your current medications for six to eight weeks. 			If you don&#8217;t experience any difference in your symptoms within a few months, you 			probably will not get any relief from using the supplements.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="sideeffects">Are there side effects?</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"> The most common side effects are increased intestinal gas and softened stools. If you 			experience these problems, you might want to try another supplement brand before you stop 			using them altogether.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">More studies need to be done to confirm the safety and effectiveness of the 			supplements. Be sure to contact your doctor if you notice any unusual or new symptoms 			while you are taking them.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><strong><a name="cautions">Cautions</a></strong></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Children, women who are pregnant, and women who could become pregnant should not take 			    these supplements. They have not been studied long enough to determine their effects on a 			    child or on a developing fetus.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">Because glucosamine is an amino sugar, people with diabetes should check their blood 			    sugar levels more frequently when taking this supplement.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">If you are taking chondroitin sulfate in addition to a blood-thinning medication or 			    daily aspirin therapy, have your blood clotting time checked more often. This supplement 			    is similar in structure to the blood-thinning drug heparin, and the combination may cause 			    bleeding in some people.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">If you are allergic to shellfish, consult your doctor before deciding to take 			    glucosamine. In most cases, however, allergies are caused by proteins in shellfish, not 			    chitin, a carbohydrate from which glucosamine is extracted.</span></li>
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