Arthritis and Joint Pain

 Although my previous trainings in GYM after my 8 days of intensive skiing I have knee joint pain, tenderness and stiffness due to an inflammatory arthritis. Arthritis symptoms vary from person to person. There are many different types of arthritis; osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis, gout and lupus. Many inflammatory forms of arthritis are autoimmune diseases. In autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against the body it's designed to protect for unknown reasons. In some forms genetics plays a small role in that. There seems to be a few symptoms that many people with various forms of the condition commonly experience.

·      joint pain

·      tenderness

·      stiffness

·      inflammation around the joints and

·      restricted movement of the joints

In this article I recommend herbs to ease inflammation and pain. One of the greatest things you can do for pain is that increase your intake of essential fatty acids.

Stinging nettle is an excellent herb for those with all types of arthritis and gout. It contains protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, boron, silicon, beta-carotene, along with vitamins A,C, D, and B complex. It has anti-inflammatory, pain relieving effects and it helps to build strong bones.

Turmeric is an extremely effective anti-inflammatory herb and thus an effective pain reliever. It contains curcumin and curcuminoids, which decreases inflammation.

Try to include two tablespoons of flaxseeds or flaxseed oil in your daily diet. It is a good source of omega3 fatty acids, which is important to a strong immune system and for fighting inflammation.

Burdock is an anti-inflammatory substitute, which contains fatty oils, sterols and tannins.  You can drink burdock tea.

Licorice acts much like your body's own natural corticosteroids, which reduce inflammation. Licorice decreases free radicals at the site of inflammation and inhibits the enzyme production that's involved in the inflammatory process. Consume licorice tea as your remedy. If you have blood pressure issues forget this remedy please.

Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Ms H

This drink is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A , vitamin B-6, potassium and magnesium. It has anti-inflammatory effect. I recommend it for breakfast. 

Ingredients:

Carrot	3
Celery stick	1
Apple	2
Ginger	3cm long
Fresh lemon juice	1
Water	Up to 700ml
Cinnamon	1 tsp

Place the ingredients into the smoothie machine. Keep the half of the drink in the  refrigerator and drink it later 

Sharon fruit

Sharon fruit's  Latin name is Diospyros kaki “ fruit of god”. It contains heath –giving nutrients:

• Its characteristic orange colour comes from beta- carotene, which is an antioxidant. Helps reduce the risk of cancer.
• Sharon fruit contains vitamin A and E, which are good for your eyesight and skin
• It also contains vitamin C which has anti- inflammatory properties and vitamin K which helps to prevent blood –clotting.
• The following minerals are in Sharon fruit; potassium, manganese, phosphorous, calcium, iron, copper and zinc.
• Last but not least it contains high level of dietary fibre, which helps to prevent constipation.