HEALTH Best supplements/treatments to keep arthritis at bay?
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An anti-inflammatory diet is a big help. Look up auto-immune protocol diet -- it's an elimination diet, so you start out strict and may (if you can tolerate them) be able to add things back in over time. But you will need to strictly limit carbs as well, which usually isn't mentioned as part of the AIP diet. I keep my rheumatoid arthritis under pretty good control this way -- it's not severe to start with, but it does act up if I eat the wrong things.
Kathleen
Kathleen
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I take ginger capsules and tumeric capsules.
However, if you are on blood thinners, I would ask your primary physician if it's right for you.
However, if you are on blood thinners, I would ask your primary physician if it's right for you.
Today’s typical diets and lifestyles are extremely pro-inflammatory. The Standard American Diet (SAD), full of processed foods, sugar and trans fats, fried foods, refined grains and chemical ingredients, is a main culprit behind our epidemic of inflammatory diseases — not just arthritis but heart disease, cancer, diabetes, dementia, obesity and more. It’s also well-established that chronic stress elevates inflammation with a steady flood of stress hormones. Lack of exercise causes stagnation in the circulatory system, leading to increased inflammation as waste products accumulate in oxygen-deprived tissues, joints and organs.
Eventually, chronic inflammation causes excess scar tissue to build up — a process known as fibrosis. This leads to stiffening of tissues, reduced circulation and loss of function in the affected area. Inflammation also causes a gradual wearing-down of healthy tissues and dries out precious lubrication fluids. So keeping inflammation in check is priority No. 1. The best way to do this is with an anti-inflammatory diet, regular exercise, targeted supplements and healthy stress relief.
The best foods to fight inflammation are fresh produce, particularly green leafy vegetables and brightly colored fruits and vegetables. The same phytonutrients that give tomatoes, blueberries, peppers and countless other plant foods their color, also offer important benefits for inflammation, immune support and numerous other areas of health. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale and cabbage contain unique sulfur compounds that can help reduce inflammation and support joint and tissue repair. They’re also high in fiber — another important anti-inflammatory nutrient.
Ginger and turmeric are excellent anti-inflammatory herbs that are shown in studies to help alleviate arthritis pain.
Healthy fats from sources like hemp and flax oils, olive oil, coconut oil and raw nuts and seeds help reduce inflammation, boost circulation and lubricate joints and tissues.
SUPPLEMENTS
One of my top recommendations for inflammation is the supplement modified citrus pectin (MCP) which binds to the pro-inflammatory protein galectin-3. Excess levels of galectin-3 promote fibrosis in joints, tissues and organs, but MCP blocks these effects. The supplement also helps detoxify harmful heavy metals, modulate immunity and fight cancer, heart disease and other pro-inflammatory conditions.
Curcumin from turmeric is another helpful supplement that works to reduce inflammation by modulating inflammatory pathways, such as NF-kB. It’s also commonly used with the compound resveratrol for greater anti-inflammatory benefits.
Many people report joint relief using glucosamine supplements that support joint cartilage. Sulfur-based supplements such as MSM may also help rebuild joint tissues. Vitamin D3 supports bone health and can help reduce chronic inflammation as well.
Regular, gentle exercise like walking, yoga and swimming are great physical activities for joint health. They’re low-impact, yet they can greatly increase circulation and reduce inflammation — a win/win for arthritis sufferers.
Physical activity also reduces stress, another critical component in alleviating arthritis pain. Other stress-relief practices such as mindful meditation can reduce inflammation and are shown to improve pain response to arthritis.
Eventually, chronic inflammation causes excess scar tissue to build up — a process known as fibrosis. This leads to stiffening of tissues, reduced circulation and loss of function in the affected area. Inflammation also causes a gradual wearing-down of healthy tissues and dries out precious lubrication fluids. So keeping inflammation in check is priority No. 1. The best way to do this is with an anti-inflammatory diet, regular exercise, targeted supplements and healthy stress relief.
The best foods to fight inflammation are fresh produce, particularly green leafy vegetables and brightly colored fruits and vegetables. The same phytonutrients that give tomatoes, blueberries, peppers and countless other plant foods their color, also offer important benefits for inflammation, immune support and numerous other areas of health. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale and cabbage contain unique sulfur compounds that can help reduce inflammation and support joint and tissue repair. They’re also high in fiber — another important anti-inflammatory nutrient.
Ginger and turmeric are excellent anti-inflammatory herbs that are shown in studies to help alleviate arthritis pain.
Healthy fats from sources like hemp and flax oils, olive oil, coconut oil and raw nuts and seeds help reduce inflammation, boost circulation and lubricate joints and tissues.
SUPPLEMENTS
One of my top recommendations for inflammation is the supplement modified citrus pectin (MCP) which binds to the pro-inflammatory protein galectin-3. Excess levels of galectin-3 promote fibrosis in joints, tissues and organs, but MCP blocks these effects. The supplement also helps detoxify harmful heavy metals, modulate immunity and fight cancer, heart disease and other pro-inflammatory conditions.
Curcumin from turmeric is another helpful supplement that works to reduce inflammation by modulating inflammatory pathways, such as NF-kB. It’s also commonly used with the compound resveratrol for greater anti-inflammatory benefits.
Many people report joint relief using glucosamine supplements that support joint cartilage. Sulfur-based supplements such as MSM may also help rebuild joint tissues. Vitamin D3 supports bone health and can help reduce chronic inflammation as well.
Regular, gentle exercise like walking, yoga and swimming are great physical activities for joint health. They’re low-impact, yet they can greatly increase circulation and reduce inflammation — a win/win for arthritis sufferers.
Physical activity also reduces stress, another critical component in alleviating arthritis pain. Other stress-relief practices such as mindful meditation can reduce inflammation and are shown to improve pain response to arthritis.
SusieSunshine
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We use CBD oil. At first we used it daily. After a couple of months, we took it a couple times a week. Now we are down to once in a few months, only as needed.
Husband had it in his hands, hips and shoulder. I have trouble with my knees. If we knew that we would live this long, we'd have taken better care of ourselves.
Husband had it in his hands, hips and shoulder. I have trouble with my knees. If we knew that we would live this long, we'd have taken better care of ourselves.
Marie
Veteran Member
Creosote! An Aunt drank this in tea and swore by itChaparral Capsules
I have lived in arthritis country all my life (N. MN) and have inherited the "gift" from both sides.
Go low carb diet. Makes a HUGE difference
Practicing/playing guitar has helped immensely. Joint flexibility and finger/hand strength. Also good for the brain!
Drink lots of water.
Go low carb diet. Makes a HUGE difference
Practicing/playing guitar has helped immensely. Joint flexibility and finger/hand strength. Also good for the brain!
Drink lots of water.
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I've been doing Keto while intermittent fasting, along with taking Glucosamine (from Costco) every day. All pain and discomfort from degenerative disc disease has gone, leaving me feeling better than any at time in the last 20+ years.
I am swinging a mean golf club again, walking the course instead of riding, full of energy, and looking forward to things I want to do instead of adding to the list of things I no longer can do.
One year ago I could not walk 50 yards without stopping for the pain and feared the time was fast approaching when I may be sporting a wheel chair or at least a walker.
But wait, there's more! I'm closing in on my high school weight of 175, off diabetic meds, and just had some absolutely stellar results on blood work done last week.
Never thought I'd feel this good again at 69.
I am swinging a mean golf club again, walking the course instead of riding, full of energy, and looking forward to things I want to do instead of adding to the list of things I no longer can do.
One year ago I could not walk 50 yards without stopping for the pain and feared the time was fast approaching when I may be sporting a wheel chair or at least a walker.
But wait, there's more! I'm closing in on my high school weight of 175, off diabetic meds, and just had some absolutely stellar results on blood work done last week.
Never thought I'd feel this good again at 69.