The freedom of movement is always taken for granted, up to its limit. Many people face these problems in the form of Arthritis or inflammation of joints. There are mainly two types of arthritis which affects the joints, Osteo and Rheumatoid.
Osteoarthritis is linked with the wearing down of cartilage in joints and can occur at any joints in the body. The cartilage in the joint becomes stiff and loses elasticity, which causes pain and joint swelling.
Rheumatoid is caused by an auto-immune disease that causes inflammation of the joints and other areas of the body, which leads to bone loss. If you experience any of the above, there are herbal remedies for arthritis Joint pain to manage and alleviate the symptoms.
1. Turmeric & Ginger Tea
Ginger and Turmeric are anti–inflammatory agents that helps people combat with Osteo and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Turmeric contains anti-oxidants that keep joints healthy. It detoxifies toxins (which cause pain) from the body. Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric which relieves pain, tenderness, and swelling of joints. Ginger is used to treat Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis to provide some relief from pain & swelling. Drinking ginger tea is good for people who suffer from Arthritis.
2. Epsom salt
Epsom salt is good for reducing the stiffness, pain, and inflammation caused by Arthritis. It is a great source of magnesium which is important for bone mineralization. Magnesium helps in reducing pain in nerves.
1. Mix two cups of Epsom salt in warm water
2. Soak your hands in it for 20 to 30 minutes
Doing this three times a week will give you great results to mitigate the pain from the body.
3. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Olive oil is great to reduce pain and it also lubricates your joints for arthritis. In olive oil, a special compound known as oleocanthal helps prevent the production of pro-inflammatory COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. Olive oil can be used to massage hands and fingers gently to reduce inflammation and tenderness in the joints. It is widely used for cooking as well reducing the risks for Rheumatoid Arthritis.
4. Peppermint Eucalyptus Oil Blend
Peppermint and eucalyptus have analgesic and pain-relieving properties to reduce joint pains. This oil gives a cooling sensation to get over with the distress caused by Arthritis. It creates a calming effect to ease the joint pains.
5. Honey and Cinnamon
Honey and cinnamon powder is a good combination to treat Arthritis. This herbal remedy for Arthritis Pain is used on hands and helps to loosen up stiff muscles.
6. Exercise
Exercise is very important for anybody who suffers from stiffness, joint pain or arthritis, though; this is the last thing on your mind. It helps you control weight in order to avoid strains on the joints and strengthens muscle that supports joints to walk freely. If we are inactive the synovial fluid does not warm up and lubricate joints, which results in stiffness and pain, making it difficult to move around and enjoy daily activities. Doing light exercise daily will not only make you stronger but will keep you fit and active throughout the day.
7. Pectin & Grape Juice
Pectin is found in the cell walls of plants which is a water soluble carbohydrate substance, it helps keep he cell walls together. The extract from the fruit is used in jams and jellies, and is an excellent home remedy for arthritis when mixed with grape juice. It is considered that it helps in returning the synovial tissue to a lubricated state, and results in movement which is pain - free. The grape juice helps to fight with inflammation. Mixing 1 tablespoon of liquid pectin with grape juice and drink it 1-2 times daily. The result effect will take a week or two to get desired results.
Our body has an unbelievable structure which can take as much of stress and strains possible every day. There is no doubt that our joints are burdened, while excess movement is done by us. No matter whatever form of arthritis or joint pain you suffer, a deeper understanding causing this problem should be treated as soon as possible before it too late. Nature plays a significant role in healing and naturally treating the condition to rejoin the freedom of movement in our life.
