Weight
loss
The best
remedy—maintaining a healthy weight, and losing weight if necessary—is not the
easiest.
Still, every pound
you pare off means 4 pounds less pressure on your knees, says Laura Robbins,
senior vice president of education and academic affairs at the Hospital for
Special Surgery in New York City.
Some people will see
their symptoms disappear if they lose 10 to 20 pounds, says Roy Altman, MD, a
rheumatologist and professor of medicine at the University of California, Los
Angeles.
Exercise programs
should include both aerobic exercise—like walking, swimming, or biking—and
strengthening exercises, such as isometric and isotonic exercises, Dr. Altman
says.
Yellow
and Orange Fruits and Vegetables Fight Arthritis
The carotenoids in
yellow and orange fruits and vegetables pack a powerful punch when it comes to
health benefits. In this case, vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes,
pumpkins, and tomatoes help to naturally reduce arthritis inflammation when
added to your diet.
Olive
Oil Remedy for Joint Pain
Extra virgin olive
oil (EVOO) has similar anti-inflammatory properties as ibuprofen, but doesn’t
act as quickly. Oleocanthal, a compound found in olive oil, inhibits COX
enzymes similar to ibuprofen.
The benefit of olive
oil is that steady dosage over a longer term will have a more reliable effect.
Adding olive oil to
your cooking or food will help not only with joint pain but also work to
balance your cholesterol and other health benefits.
Procedure:
Olive oil can be used
as a massage oil for your hands and fingers.
Add a few drops of
lavender oil to two to four tablespoons of warm olive oil and massage the
affected area with gentle strokes to alleviate discomfort and inflammation.
You can also use
olive oil for cooking food to help reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar
is rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.
Thus, it is useful in relieving joint pain. Moreover, it helps remove the
buildup of toxins in the joints and connective tissues.
Procedure:
Take a cup of warm
water.
Mix one teaspoon each
of apple cider vinegar and honey in it.
Drink this solution
daily in the morning as it gives an alkalizing effect.
Ginger
Another common
ingredient that can help treat arthritis is ginger, which has natural
anti-inflammatory properties.
It inhibits cytokines
that are pro-inflammatory substance. It also fights against free radicals and
prevents oxidative damage.
Procedure:
Dry grind a mixture
of 6 teaspoons of dried ginger, 6 teaspoons of caraway seed powder and 3
teaspoons of black pepper powder.
Take half a teaspoon
of this mixture along with water, thrice daily.
Ginger oil, when
applied on the affected area on a regular basis, can reduce pain, inflammation
and stiffness.
Eating raw ginger on
a regular basis can help to alleviate pain by improving blood circulation.
Simply peel and slice fresh ginger and eat it along with each meal.
Ginger
Tea
Gingerol present in
the ginger is anti-inflammatory and reduces t-cells and immune -cell action.
Procedure:
Grate a piece of
ginger and add it to boiling water.
Steep it for 15
minutes.
Strain and drink the
tea 2 times a day.
You may also eat
stir-fried or fresh pickle of ginger.
You may also apply
ginger oil to the affected joint and massage for a few minutes to reduce the
pain.
Turmeric
and Ginger
Procedure:
Take one finger of
fresh ginger. Wash, peel, and crush to a paste.
Boil 1 teaspoon of
Turmeric Powder in 2 cups of water.
Add the ginger paste
as well. Allow it to steep for 10 minutes.
Strain and add one
teaspoon of pure, organic honey.
Drink this mixture
while it is hot.
Turmeric
Curcumin present in
the turmeric is and anti-arthritic an anti-inflammatory. It blocks the enzymes
that are responsible for causing inflammation. It is a good substitute to
NSAIDs given by your physician to relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
Procedure:
Take a cup of water
and boil it. Add a tablespoon of turmeric powder to it and again boil for about
15 minutes. Cool it and drink it times a day.
NOTE:
The High dose of
turmeric may thin your blood and can also upset your stomach so consult your
doctor before having it.
Massage
with Coconut Oil
Procedure:
Take 3
tablespoons of virgin coconut oil.
Heat it
gently and add some camphor.
Apply the
camphor oil on the painful areas.
Massage
the areas gently with a rotating motion.
Repeat
process whenever required.
Massage
with mustard oil
Massaging with
mustard oil is considered excellent for getting rid of arthritis pain and
inflammation. The oil works as a natural ointment and stimulates blood flow.
Procedure:
Heat some mustard oil
until it is slightly warm.
If there is swelling,
you can mix an equal amount of onion juice, too.
Rub it gently over
the painful joint.
Then cover the joint
with plastic wrap and apply warm towels.
Repeat this remedy
daily before going to bed for best results.
You can also use a
small amount of eucalyptus oil (helps with inflammation).
Or, mix wintergreen
oil and eucalyptus oil together and rub it on the joint.
For this remedy, you do not need to apply hot
compresses.
Tea
Tree Oil And Olive Oil Massage
This is an ancient
remedy to treat joint pains. It is anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.
Procedure:
Take equal quantities
of tea tree oil and olive oil.
Mix it properly and
apply to your joint.
Massage gently before
going to the bed.
Fish
Oil
Fish oil is rich in
omega-3fatty acid, which reduces the inflammation and pain.
Procedure:
Take 2.6 grams of
fish oil every day.
You may also eat cold
water fishes such as salmon and tuna fish as are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
NOTE:
In some people fish
oil increases bruises and may cause bleeding.
Also, it interferes
with certain medications so it is better to consult your doctor before taking
it.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon can be used
to relieve arthritis pain due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
properties .
Procedure:
Mix one-half teaspoon
of cinnamon powder and one tablespoon of honey in a cup of warm water and drink
it every morning on an empty stomach.
Do this daily for
several days.
You can also make a
paste of cinnamon and honey and massage it gently on the painful area.
Make a
Spice Rack Joint Rub
Add a little cayenne,
rosemary, or thyme to ½ cup olive or vegetable oil and use it as a soothing
rub. All these herbs have pain-soothing properties.
Make
Your Own Capsaicin Cream
Now an
over-the-counter treatment for arthritis and back pain, this old home remedy
reduces levels of a compound called substance P, which transmits pain signals
to the brain.
You can whip up some
by mixing a few dashes of ground cayenne with 2-3 teaspoons of olive oil.
Apply it with gauze
to unbroken skin at the painful joints several times a day.
The first few doses
will cause a mild burning sensation, but you’ll become desensitized after a
week or so.
Just keep it away
from the mouth, eyes, and other mucous membranes.
Add
Cloves To Your Diet
Cloves contain an
anti-inflammatory chemical called eugenol that interferes with a bodily process
that triggers arthritis. In one animal study, eugenol prevented the release of
COX-2, a protein that spurs inflammation (the same protein that COX-2 inhibitor
drugs like Celebrex target).
Cloves also contain
antioxidants, which are important in slowing the cartilage and bone damage
caused by arthritis. Aim for ½ to 1 teaspoon a day.
Switch
Over To Spicy Food
Spices such as
cayenne pepper, ginger, and turmeric contain compounds that reduce swelling and
block a brain chemical that transmits pain signals.
Look up some spicy
Mexican, Indian, and Thai recipes
(or keep a bottle of
hot sauce on your table at all times!).
Seeds
Consuming seeds, rich
in calcium can help. These will include flaxseeds, walnuts, and sesame seeds.
Amla is also good for joints and bone health.
Basil
Tulsi or holy basil is known as an
anti-rheumatic (joint pains) and antispasmodic (muscle spasms) agent.
It can be used
externally to treat joint related ailments. Tulsi also works in relieving joint
pain and pain associated with arthritis.
Grapes
A recent study conducted by Texas Woman's University has established
that daily intake of grapes can help get relief from knee pain, especially the
ones triggered due to symptomatic osteoarthritis. Grapes are high on
antioxidants, most importent and beneficial one being polyphenols which help in
improving the flexibility and mobility of joints
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