Posted on June 27, 2008 in Latest News
Arthritis is a blanket term used to embrace a huge group of related conditions including Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis. While arthritis causes severe pain in the joints, relief comes from many directions like exercises, diet, massages, yoga, drugs etc. While the advancement in medical field still soars, it does good to bear in mind that the easiest and quickest cure for many an ailment and pain comes from natural foods and healthy eating habits. The case is no different for arthritis. It has been known for centuries that certain herbs, spices and oils heal inflammation, thus providing relief to joint pain associated with arthritis. Let us learn a bit more on these foods.
Turmeric: This yellow herb, famed in India had been found to have numerous healing properties. Now lab work by University of Arizona researchers, in Arthritis & Rheumatism, shows just how the spice’s curcuminoid extracts have a therapeutic effect. Earlier work by the University of Arizona team showed turmeric could prevent joint inflammation in rats.
Ginger: Ginger contains chemicals that work similarly to some anti-inflammatory medications. It warms painful joints by helping increase blood flow. Ginger can be incorporated into your diet by drinking a cup of ginger tea daily. Ginger essential oil can also be diluted with almond oil and rubbed into the painful joints. However, ginger can also act as a blood thinner, so anyone taking a blood-thinning medication should collaborate with their personal physician when adding foods and beverages seasoned with ginger.
Saffron: Saffron essential oil, like ginger essential oil may be mixed with almond oil and rubbed directly into the joints. Saffron can also be incorporated into your diet as a tea.
Olive oil: Olive oil contains the “good” monounsaturated fat, which protects the body against inflammation because it contains antioxidants called polyphenols. You could consider using olive oil instead of vegetable oil for cooking.
Omega-3 fatty acids: The healthiest of fats for people with arthritis or other inflammatory disorders are omega-3 fatty acids, one of the polyunsaturated fats. Omega-3s actually work to decrease inflammation by suppressing the production of cytokines and enzymes that erode cartilage. More than a dozen studies have demonstrated that omega-3 fish oils can reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
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