Arthritis – you really don’t need to suffer so much
There are many theories as to what causes arthritis such as an inherited predisposition, getting older (even though children can have arthritis), obesity or a previous trauma or injury. The various kinds of arthritis have some degree of auto-immune involvement and the mechanism for maintaining healthy joints is compromised. Like most conditions there is an element of both psychological and emotional involvement. It has been known for years to alternative practitioners that in cases of arthritis there is some degree of liver involvement. So treatments will probably involve prescribing herbs that are good for the liver (if the case study reveals there is a need).
Read MoreGluten is not recommended with inflammatory arthritis
Gluten is a substance that is very difficult to digest and as we get older this substance becomes even more difficult to digest. This substance is found in foods that most people over dose on each day. Large amounts of gluten is found in wheat, smaller amounts in rye, and much smaller amounts in barley and the least in oats, it stimulates the production of exorphins, opiate chemicals very similar to endorphins. Over time we become addicted to these brain chemicals. Once hooked, going without could leave you feeling very uncomfortable indeed.
Gluten (‘glue’) is very much like chewing gum! Gluten can actually inflame and even damage our digestive lining very easily, impairing our absorption abilities. In its extreme – the disease is called celiac disease (CD). Not that I am suggesting you are celiac, however for a lot of people wheat (which contains the most gluten) is extremely addictive and can cause irritation or
Read MoreWhy are people so resistant to changing their diets?
According to surveys there are many reasons or excuses people have why they can’t change their diet to help relieve their suffering.
1 Taste According to the research taste is the number one reason. We are such creatures of habit very reluctant to try new things. My mother is a typical example of this, many times after much persuasion she might try something new and actually like it. There are even times when she doesn’t dislike a food enough that she actually continues to consume that food and she eventually likes it. Our taste buds need time to adjust, and we need to be open to new things.
2 Convenience If it’s not convenient people won’t do it. That is why the food industry has made a huge fortune on convenience foods. The answer might be easy foods that are assembled so to speak.
Read MoreArthritis – 10 simple things to improve calcium absorption.
So why would improving your calcium absorption help relieve arthritis? The body would be less likely to dump calcium in inappropriate places like the joint or muscle tissue causing stiffness and pain for some people. For others it could mean gall stones or kidney stones. It’s not just about consuming calcium as we generally eat plenty of foods that contain calcium and other foods that have been fortified with calcium, the body’s biggest challenge it to break down calcium well enough so the body is able to absorb it and utilize it correctly.Here are 10 things you can do that will help – breakdown calcium – ensure more is being absorbed and importantly utilized.
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Read MoreArthritis suffers – baths are therapeutic.
Most people have stopped having baths or even had their bathtubs removed, as most people have a “quick shower”. They are considered cleaner, more cost effect, time saving and showers take up far less space. So plenty of reasons to take a shower. However, you are missing out on an extremely therapeutic tool especially if you have arthritis. Baths can be used to de-stress your life and treat various conditions especially painful . Most people are too busy getting ready for to work in the morning so showers are the only answer. After a particularly hard day at work with aches and pains especially from arthrits, its good to relax in a warm bath, especially if you have trouble sleeping.
Read MoreImprove liver function, reduce inflammation & arthritis pain
Milk Thistle Silybum marianum is synonymous with the liver. Since the first century A.D. Dioscorides noted that milk thistle root was good as an antidote to poisoning. Besides the root the seeds were also used over the centuries, they were used to make a tincture that was prescribed for liver related disorders such as gall stones, jaundice, hepatitis and arthritis.
Read MoreChai Tea is wonderfully spicy – powerful anti-inflammatory properties
Chai Tea
Wonderful aromatic tea, a drink traditionally found in India and Nepal.
Place three mugs full of water or 50:50 water and rice milk or oat milk into a pan. Add a few crushed cardamom pods, whole cloves, cinnamon bark or powdered, and a few slices of fresh ginger. Bring to a boil gradually, simmer for a short while, then remove from the heat and add some green tea, allow it to steep for a couple of minutes. Try not to sweeten with anything. Only if you have to sweeten your tea add a little Stevia (easy to find in most supermarkets).
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