Arthritis & Osteoarthritis Wellness Guide

Fastnews Oct 24, 2016

Arthritis is characterized by stiff, aching, hard to move joints and bones.

Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage between bones and joints wears down, allowing bones to rub together rather than giving them the protection and cushion they need.

Cartilage is made up of collagen and other substances that make connective tissue both flexible and strong. It covers the ends of bones where they meet the joints, and deterioration over time can affect the shape and functionality of the joints, making it painful and difficult to perform everyday tasks.

Natural treatments for arthritis include eating an anti-inflammatory diet, staying active and mobile, receiving chiropractic adjustments or massage therapy, and using healing supplements and essential oils to help control pain and stimulate regeneration of the joints.

ARTHRITIS SIGNS & SYMPTOMS:

Joint pain
Inflammation and swelling due to fluid retention. Joints can be red, warm and sore.
Stiffness
Decreased range of motion and flexibility

Some joints are more easily affected than others. The common places are: lower back, hips, knees, feet, fingers and neck.

CAUSES OF ARTHRITIS:

Being overweight: adding extra pressure on the joint
Injury: trauma to the joints triggers the process of cartilage loss
Overtraining: overtraining the body for many years
Other conditions like RA – rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease causing the body to attack its own healthy joint tissue
Diabetes and gout (uric acid build up) are contributing factors for osteoarthritis

There are many conventional medications prescribed for osteoarthritis, however, they only address the pain and have serious side-effects such as stomach bleeding and heart attack.

Natural options are safe, effective and address the underlying cause.

NATURAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ARTHRITIS:

Follow an anti-inflammatory diet:

Introduce good fats (omega 3): the best sources are salmon, flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts
Sulphur-rich veggies: onion, garlic, asparagus and cabbage
Organic, colorful fruits and vegetables containing lots of vitamins and minerals
Bone broth: high in collagen, glucosamine and amino acids. Proline and glycine help to rebuild connective tissue
Avoid inflammatory foods such as excess sugar, hydrogenated fats, grains and nightshades such as eggplant, potatoes and tomatoes.
Exercise: important for strengthening the muscles around the joints. Walking, stretching, swimming, bicycling. Using weights is very important.
Ginger and turmeric: very powerful anti-inflammatory herbs. The active ingredient in turmeric is called curcumin, the most potent remedy for inflammation available.
Frankincense essential oil reduces arthritis pain and inflammation. Mix a few drops with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or almond oil, and apply it to the sore joint.

OSTEOARTHRITIS NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS:

1. SAM-e (Sadenosylmethionine)

Acts as analgesic
Anti-inflammatory
Stimulates cartilage growth
Stimulates serotonin

2. Glucosamine

Alleviates arthritis pain, choose glucosamine sulphate (not hydrochloride)

3. Chondroitine

Best effects when combined with glucosamine.
Chondroitin sulphate slows arthritis progression

4. Boswellia Serrate

Anti-inflammatory
Analgesic properties

5. Cat’s Claw

Inhibits tumour necrosis factor TNF
Anti-inflammatory action

6. Fish oils

Anti-inflammatory action.

7. GLA (Gamma Linoleic Acid) found in Evening Primrose oil

Reduces inflammation in the joints.

8. MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)

Contains sulphur that reduces joint inflammation
Helps to rebuild the tissues.

9. Proteolytic enzymes

Anti-inflammatory effects due to their systemic action cleaning the overall system.
Take them on empty stomach, away from foods.

Arthritis & Osteoarthritis Wellness Guide

Arthritis is characterized by stiff, aching, hard to move joints and bones.

Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage between bones and joints wears down, allowing bones to rub together rather than giving them the protection and cushion they need.

Natural treatments for arthritis include eating an anti-inflammatory diet, staying active and mobile, receiving chiropractic adjustments or massage therapy, and using healing supplements and essential oils to help control pain and stimulate regeneration of the joints.

ARTHRITIS SIGNS & SYMPTOMS:

Joint pain

Inflammation and swelling due to fluid retention. Joints can be red, warm and sore.

Stiffness

Decreased range of motion and flexibility

Some joints are more easily affected than others. The common places are: lower back, hips, knees, feet, fingers and neck.

CAUSES OF ARTHRITIS:

Being overweight: adding extra pressure on the joint

Injury: trauma to the joints triggers the process of cartilage loss

Overtraining: overtraining the body for many years

Other conditions like RA – rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease causing the body to attack its own healthy joint tissue

Diabetes and gout (uric acid build up) are contributing factors for osteoarthritis

There are many conventional medications prescribed for osteoarthritis, however, they only address the pain and have serious side-effects such as stomach bleeding and heart attack.

Natural options are safe, effective and address the underlying cause.

NATURAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ARTHRITIS:

Follow an anti-inflammatory diet:

Introduce good fats (omega 3): the best sources are salmon, flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts

Sulphur-rich veggies: onion, garlic, asparagus and cabbage

Organic, colorful fruits and vegetables containing lots of vitamins and minerals

Bone broth: high in collagen, glucosamine and amino acids. Proline and glycine help to rebuild connective tissue

Avoid inflammatory foods such as excess sugar, hydrogenated fats, grains and nightshades such as eggplant, potatoes and tomatoes.

Exercise: important for strengthening the muscles around the joints. Walking, stretching, swimming, bicycling. Using weights is very important.

Ginger and turmeric: very powerful anti-inflammatory herbs. The active ingredient in turmeric is called curcumin, the most potent remedy for inflammation available.

Frankincense essential oil reduces arthritis pain and inflammation. Mix a few drops with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or almond oil, and apply it to the sore joint.

OSTEOARTHRITIS NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS:

1. SAM-e (Sadenosylmethionine)

Acts as analgesic

Anti-inflammatory

Stimulates cartilage growth

Stimulates serotonin

2. Glucosamine

Alleviates arthritis pain, choose glucosamine sulphate (not hydrochloride)

3. Chondroitine

Best effects when combined with glucosamine.

Chondroitin sulphate slows arthritis progression

4. Boswellia Serrate

Anti-inflammatory

Analgesic properties

5. Cat’s Claw

Inhibits tumour necrosis factor TNF

Anti-inflammatory action

6. Fish oils

Anti-inflammatory action.

7. GLA (Gamma Linoleic Acid) found in Evening Primrose oil

Reduces inflammation in the joints.

8. MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)

Contains sulphur that reduces joint inflammation

Helps to rebuild the tissues.

9. Proteolytic enzymes

Anti-inflammatory effects due to their systemic action cleaning the overall system.

Take them on empty stomach, away from foods.

NOTE: Proteolytic enzymes have blood thinning activity, so be cautious if you are already taking medication for that reason.

Courtesy : foodmatters