Monday, November 27, 2006

Natural Relief From Arthritis Pain Using Alternatives To Medications

By Mike Herman

Tip! Ask whether there is literature such as an Arthritis Foundation pamphlet available on the kind of medicine that you're going to be receiving. If not, ask if there are any other printed handouts.

For individuals suffering from arthritis, the simplest tasks can be both difficult and painful.

This condition inflames the tissues around the joint, creating pain and stiffness that can limit both your mobility and your daily life.

Instead of allowing the pain to rule your life and abandon your favorite activities and hobbies, look to natural relief from arthritis pain by using alternatives, including exercise and Eastern practices such as acupuncture.

This alternative of finding natural relief from arthritis pain is excellent for individuals who are interested in using methods instead of medications or who are unable to take medications due to drug interactions.

Tip! Consider the use of supplements to support and reverse your arthritis, and digestive enzymes to maximise the absorption of the food and of the supplements.

If you are interested in seeking natural relief from arthritis pain and stiffness, speak with your primary healthcare provider.

He or she will be able to offer you a variety of options that may be able to regain your mobility and lessen your pain.

Tip! There are actually over 100 different diseases associated with arthritis.

A Chiropractor

Consider seeking the help of a licensed chiropractor who may be able to help your condition along with special techniques, including a spine alignment for individuals who suffer from chronic back or neck pain due to arthritis.

Additionally, look to other cultures for different techniques in controlling your condition, including popular activities like Tai Chi, Pilates, and even acupuncture.

Another source of finding great activities that will enable you to control and monitor your pain and stiffness is your local library.

Explore different treatment options by checking out the latest information in medical journals.

Also check out chiropractor publications in order to determine what new or renewed treatment options are available to you.

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Friday, November 24, 2006

Try Holistic Treatment For Arthritis Pain

By Mike Herman

Tip! The underlying causes of arthritis for many people is food sensitivities. If you are one of these people, finding out your exact food sensitivities and eliminating these problem foods from your diet can work miracles.

If you dislike taking over the counter or prescription medications to control your stiff, swollen joints, consider trying a holistic treatment for arthritis pain.

These treatments allow patients to avoid medications that can potentially interact with current medications or conditions while still ensuring they are free from pain and keep their range of mobility.

Although a holistic treatment for arthritis pain may seem unusual or unique, many of these treatments have garnered a great deal of success in patients of all advancements of the disease.

Tip! Woman are more affected than men. The current numbers are 26 million women and 16 million men with doctor diagnosed arthritis.

Furthermore, these treatments will allow arthritis sufferers to experience a better overall sense of health and well-being, since the treatments tend to focus on the entire body instead of just the afflicted area.

Tip! Over 300,000 children have arthritis.

When it comes to finding a holistic treatment for arthritis pain, consult your physician regarding alternative options to traditional prescription medications.

More and more arthritis sufferers are choosing these homeopathic treatments, especially with the recent controversy surrounding Vioxx, the prescription medication proposed as a cure-all for arthritis pain, but proved to cause more serious problems, including heart problems and even strokes.

Consider ancient Eastern exercises like Tai Chi. This slow moving and stretching form of exercise is popular with individuals of all ages.

Tip! Waiting too long to be seen? Arthritis causes the most damage in the first six months.

In addition to slowly using all the muscles and joints in the body, Tai Chi is an excellent way to achieve an introspective look.

Another great alternative method for treating arthritis pain is to consult an acupuncturist.

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Using age old techniques for identifying the parts of the body thought to be connected, your pain, swelling, and stiffness associated with arthritis can be diminished.

Another homeopathic method of treating arthritis without using prescription medication is to use all natural herbs, vitamins, and minerals instead.

This is an excellent way to ensure you do not experience any problems with arthritis while not being at risk for drug interactions.

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Monday, November 20, 2006

Old Fashioned Cures: Arthritis And Home Remedy

By Mike Herman

Tip! Make sure you get the proper monitoring. Many arthritis medicines need careful evaluation of blood And urine on a regular basis.

Arthritis is a disease that affects millions of individuals all over the world.

Especially in this country, the number of arthritis sufferers is staggering; especially considering that to this date, there is no cure for the debilitating disease.

Scientists have been working towards finding a cure in addition to finding reliable treatment programs that will allow patients to live life free from joint pain and aggravation.

However, many sufferers are choosing to take the time to research arthritis and a home remedy on their own, turning to treatments used in generations past.

Tip! Poor digestion is another underlying cause of arthritis. Healing the digestive tract can often heal arthritis.

For those suffering from arthritis and pain, a home remedy may be just the ticket to combat this disease.

A popular method of treating arthritis and a great home remedy is supplements.

By simply including the necessary vitamins and minerals, along with a quality diet, you can easily control your arthritis problems. Much like any problem concerning the body, nutrition is incredibly important.

Remember the old adage, "you are what you eat" and choose foods that will benefit your body and condition.

For example, alfalfa contains a necessary ingredient in forming bones and ensuring bone strength.

Another popular remedy is the aquatic herb Bogbean. Since the herb works as an anti-inflammatory, eating this herb or taking the herb in a supplement form can dramatically aid you in combating arthritis.

Tip! Consider the use of supplements to support and reverse your arthritis, and digestive enzymes to maximise the absorption of the food and of the supplements.

Other types of popular remedies include nutrition rich plants like ginger, known universally for its properties in fighting joint pain and stiffness.

Whether you add ingredient into your diet or take supplements containing the root, your joints are sure to the difference.

For individuals who are unable or unwilling to take typical over the counter anti-inflammatory medications�including aspirin or Advil�due to the harmful effects on the stomach, should consider using Boswellia.

In addition to improving circulation and reducing inflammation, Boswellia will not cause any gastrointestinal pain or bleeding.

Tip! In 1985 about 35 million people were diagnosed with arthritis. Twenty years later the number is up to over 65 million.

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Friday, November 17, 2006

Arthritis - New Hope from Green Tea

By Kevin Woodward

Tip! If you have a common arthritic condition, ask whether any arthritis clinical trials are available in the area. This is a great way to get free medical care for your arthritis along with free medication for your arthritis.

As anyone who has -- or knows someone who has -- Rheumatoid Arthritis, it can prevent the sufferer from leading a normal life. It is a condition of unknown cause that can vary in intensity from a short, self-limiting illness to a long term, progressively worsening illness. Initially, treatments are light, aiming to remedy joint stiffness and inflammation. In the chronic cases, the inflammation can become worse, requiring a whole range of treatments including steroids, joint replacement and fusion ok bones. The joints of the body can become deformed and strength dwindles, leaving the sufferer unable to open even a bottle of milk or turn on a tap. You have good days and you have bad days.

Tip! Woman are more affected than men. The current numbers are 26 million women and 16 million men with doctor diagnosed arthritis.

"You are what you eat" is a clich�, but very true. Certain foods are thought to exacerbate Rheumatoid Arthritis, for example, dairy produce. Rheumatoid arthritis occurs predominantly in developed countries where a large part of the diet is animal and the aforementioned dairy produce. Even if someone is only mildly allergic to dairy, this can cause antioxidant levels to fall, antibodies are produced in response and these, for whatever reason, attack the joints. So keeping a diary of foods may help to pinpoint what triggers the bad days.

Tip! There are actually over 100 different diseases associated with arthritis.

So, if food seems to be the trigger, reducing dairy foods and increasing antioxidants in your diet may help. But how to get more antioxidants? The tastiest ways are probably to eat plenty of fresh vegetables and drink a few cups of green tea each day. Why is green tea better than 'normal' tea? The tea that most westerners are used to is black tea. Whilst that is a better for you than coffee, it is not as beneficial as green tea. The reason? Black tea has been fermented; green tea has not, thus leaving the key chemicals intact.

But what evidence is there that green tea can actually benefit Arthritis sufferers? Studies in mice suggest that green tea antioxidants may have a powerful effect in reducing the incidence and severity of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Polyphenols (antioxidants found in green tea) possess much more potent antioxidant activity than well-known antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E. A research team from Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio has focused on the effect of these polyphenols in Rheumatoid arthritis. Mice studied by the Cleveland researchers were fed either plain water or water enriched with green tea polyphenols. The doses were about equivalent to a human drinking 3-4 cups of green tea per day. Each of the mice was then injected with collagen, making them vulnerable to a condition very similar to human Rheumatoid Arthritis. The study indicated that the mice who had been given the green tea polyphenols "were significantly less susceptible to the development of collagen-induced arthritis, and if they developed arthritis, the disease was late in onset and mild in comparison to mice not given green tea polyphenols". (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 1999;96:4524-4529).

Tip! A good broth made wine or vinegar in the broth to extract the gelatin and other joint building components of cartilage (such as chondroitin and glucosamine) from soup bones, is one cheap and very healing arthritis treatment. Sliced pork trotters, beef feet, rib bones, chicken carcasses and feet, and whole fish are all good starting materials for making arthritis treatment broths.

There are other benefits too - in another study in the US it has been shown that drinking at least one cup of green tea per day can reduce the risk of heart attack by 44%. This health benefit is thought to come from flavanoids, a type of antioxidant found in all types of tea. Flavanoids are thought to neutralise the effect of free radicals, highly reactive molecules that travel round the body causing damaging chemical reactions to cells, including those in the heart tissues. A previous Dutch investigation of more than 800 men between 65 and 84 showed that drinking even more tea - between three and four cups a day - decreased risk of death from coronary heart disease by 58%. In 1991 there were just 153 studies on tea, while in 1998 there were 625 published papers. In a Japanese study, tea without sugar has been found to be good for teeth and gums. Tea contains tannin fluoride which appears to help prevent plaque. "An increase of just one cup a day could prove invaluable in the fight against gum disease," said the British Dental Health Foundation

Tip! Remember to ask about how the medicine should be monitored. Most arthritis medicines need to be monitored fairly frequently because of side effects.

Kevin Woodward looks after the In Nature web site at http://www.in-nature.com/teas/ which offers top quality Chinese teas and herbs for sale securely online. Memberships are available which entitles you to discounts on the products and a free health consultation, the latter is based on traditional Chinese medicine.

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

Arthritis Hope With Bling Therapy & Ms. BB

By Roxanna Bain

Tip! Poor digestion is another underlying cause of arthritis. Healing the digestive tract can often heal arthritis.

Daahling, Ms. BB hopes that you do not have a disease known as arthritis. However, if you are one of the millions who has been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteo Arthritis , or one of the many other types, you know that it is not only painful joints and physical restrictions, but also that arthritis takes a toll on your emotional well being..

Tip! There are actually over 100 different diseases associated with arthritis.

Depression often sets in to those affected by arthritis as they struggle to learn how to continue with everyday activities that were once normal and easy to do. Things as simple as holding a glass, writing a letter, or taking a bath may now seem like major chores. Many arthritis patients wake up one morning and think they are partially paralyzed ~ only to be told by their doctor that they have "morning stiffness".

Tip! Over 300,000 children have arthritis.

The typical response is to accept conventional treatment that medical doctors so willingly prescribe. Unfortunately, most medications have serious side effects ~ side effects that can harm your vital organs while merely halting your symptoms temporarily while the disease itself progresses.

Now there is hope for treatment that does not have any damaging effects at all. On the contrary, it is guaranteed to have beautiful side effects. Gemstone Therapy is a treatment that can target both the arthritis patient's emotional and physical symptoms while making them look and feel simply gorgeous.

Michael Katz, author of "Gemstone Energy Medicine, Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit", explains that "you are a complex spiritual organism comprised of many dimensions, physical and nonphysical. Gemstone-sphere necklaces can directly affect all these dimensions. They are the easiest and most holistic way to experience the therapeutic benefits of gemstones."

Tip! The underlying causes of arthritis for many people is food sensitivities. If you are one of these people, finding out your exact food sensitivities and eliminating these problem foods from your diet can work miracles.

Try placing a gemstone necklace around your neck and know that the stones' energies are radiating into your aura, which is an energetic reflection of your physical body and inner dimensions. Once inside, the energy will work to dissolve blockages ~ both physical and emotional.

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The gemstones Mr. Katz suggests to use for Rheumatoid Arthritis are:

Agate ~ Agate nourishes your physical body to make you feel more grounded and comfortable.

Bloodstone ~ Bloodstone helps your body fight infection, removes toxins, and helps your cells absorb nutrients.

Carnelian ~ Carnelian's rays encourage your mind, emotions, and cells to release disharmony and disease, and supports positive emotions.

Indigo ~ Indigo helps bridge your intuition and your conscious awareness, freeing more of your mental energies.

Lavender ~ Lavender aligns your body, thereby releasing energy blockages to correct old issues.

So Daahling, if you have physical or emotional pain, or both, simply try a little Bling around your neck. Ms. BB promises it will not hurt, and will surely make you feel like the beautiful person you truly are!

Roxanna and Ms. BB have created http://BlingSpa.com featuring Gemstone Therapy, an alternative method of treating disease without harmful side effects. The Bling Spa also features exclusive Bling makeovers for you, your pets, and your home.

Also visit Ms. BB at http://BlingBlingMarketplace.com ~ where the In-Crowd shops.

Remember Daahling, "A Bling A Day Keeps The Shrink Away"

Please note: The information in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare professional.

Saturday, November 11, 2006

Potential Breakthrough In The Fight Against Arthritis Pain

By Steve Hill

Tip! Ask whether there is literature such as an Arthritis Foundation pamphlet available on the kind of medicine that you're going to be receiving. If not, ask if there are any other printed handouts.

There is some potentially positive news for people who suffer from arthritis. Latest research has claimed that a herbal remedy made from rose-hip could eradicate the dreadful pain people who have arthritis feel. Unlike many other potential solutions there are reportedly no known side-effects to this latest treatment.

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This news has caused excitement in arthritis specialist quarters after years of negativity, caused by the the many risks connected to conventional painkilling drugs.

This latest study was conducted by a team from The University Of Copenhagen who observed and studied nearly one hundred people suffering from the condition. Four fifths of these people found that after only three weeks of taking the herbal remedy supplement, they were noticing a reduction in pain. This was despite only needing to take half the dosage of traditional painkillers.

Tip! There are actually over 100 different diseases associated with arthritis.

Where Can You Buy The Rose-Hip Supplement?

There are many places where you can purchase this rose-hip supplement and due to this news it is likely to become even more widely available in the future. Your best bet at the moment is to visit your local chemist or health food shop and if this does not work you can always try the internet.

Arthritis affects a huge amount of people in the world, if you a sufferer you are not alone. Hopefully this research will provide some hope for the future as have many herbal remedies for people who have other health problems.

I hope you have found this article interesting and beneficial to read.

Steve Hill has a number of websites including:

Tip! Specific foods have anti-inflammatory properties. Including the spices tumeric, ginger, and cumin in your diet, for instance, calm inflammation without the negative side effects of many prescription arthritis drugs.

http://www.arthritis-specialist.com

http://www.herbal-health.co.uk

http://www.anti-aging-specialist.com

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Arthritis: Benefits of a Natural Approach

By Judy Phillips

Tip! Specific foods have anti-inflammatory properties. Including the spices tumeric, ginger, and cumin in your diet, for instance, calm inflammation without the negative side effects of many prescription arthritis drugs.

It is not uncommon for an arthritis sufferer to have varying degrees of more than one type of arthritis. Regardless of the type of arthritis, the end result is pain and inflammation at the sight of affliction. This fact has led to the popularity of over-the-counter and prescription medications to combat inflammation, and thus diminish pain. Medicines such as aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs come with long term side effects, including a worsening of the arthritic condition. They work by interfering with hormone-like compounds called prostaglandins.

Tip! Woman are more affected than men. The current numbers are 26 million women and 16 million men with doctor diagnosed arthritis.

For decades, medical researchers, including those with the Arthritis Foundation itself, refused to acknowledge that diet, nutrition, and allergies could play a role in immune function and arthritis. Today however, studies have shown that arthritis can be reversible, and in some cases, curable with proper diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes. These changes can not only relieve the inflammation and pain but stop degeneration and rejuvenate the affected joints.

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Unlike toxic drugs, natural therapies and diet modification can often provide relief from chronic inflammation and pain. One of the most compelling reasons for using natural therapies in arthritic conditions is that while some drugs can cause cartilage destruction, natural therapies correct the underlying factors involved in arthritic cartilage degeneration. Natural therapies have been shown to perform by the following mechanisms:

  • Attracting water to the cartilage locations to enhance synovial lubrication.

    Tip! The cost for treating arthritis in the US alone is over 86 billion dollars each year.

  • Inhibiting COX-2 (enzyme responsible for prostaglandins and inflammation)

  • Suppressing cartilage-destroying enzymes, collagenase and phospholipase

  • Suppressing TNF-alpha, IL-1b, and IL-6 (cytokines, responsible for systemic inflammation and hypersensitivity)

  • Inhibiting the formation of PE2 (inflammatory compound)

  • Promoting the synthesis of proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans in the joints

  • Reducing production of LTB4 (facilitates IL-1b and IL-6)

The principle keys for treating and preventing arthritis is proper diet and nutrition, detoxification, stress reduction and exercise. As it is with most programs, there is no single treatment that is right for everyone. Since there are different forms of arthritis, there is not a single prescription that will help all sufferers. The treatment needs to be tailored to fit the individual. It is for this reason that we would like to provide the different modalities that are available and that have had great success with arthritis.

Tip! Consider the use of supplements to support and reverse your arthritis, and digestive enzymes to maximise the absorption of the food and of the supplements.

Judy Phillips is the founder of Jash Botanicals, a manufacturer of physicians grade herbal extracts and medicinals. A naturopath and herbalist with over 25 years of experience, her passion for producing herbal formulas of exceptional purity and strength grew from a dissatisfaction with mainstream herbal products. She is an author of various natural health topics, from detoxification to dietary modification, and works to assist the expansion of knowledge to individuals in search of natural treatments.

JashBotanicals.com offers a wide range of informative articles, including a alternative healing newsletter and a natural health blog.